2014 Mitsubishi ASX 1.8L Diesel · SL14 FWT

The Mitsubishi ASX presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 5 August 2025 at 76,126 miles. The preceding test on 4 August 2025 recorded a failure, yet notably logged zero defects, suggesting an administrative abort or a rectification completed within the same testing session. Since 2022, the vehicle has passed every annual test without a single advisory or defect, indicating an owner who addresses mechanical issues proactively rather than ignoring them. The mileage accumulation aligns perfectly with the vehicle's age, averaging roughly 6,344 miles per year. Between the August 2022 test at 55,394 miles and the August 2023 test at 62,529 miles, the SUV covered 7,135 miles. The following year saw 6,539 miles added, and the most recent annual interval recorded 7,058 miles. This consistent, low-mileage usage pattern implies regular short-to-medium distance commuting rather than prolonged standing or high-mileage motorway crusading, which typically accelerates wear on consumables and drivetrain components. Despite the pristine MOT record, a physical inspection remains essential for a vehicle of this age. The absence of structural corrosion advisories in the digital record does not guarantee the underbody is immune to rust; a thorough check of the suspension mounts, subframe, and sills is prudent given the twelve-year lifespan. Buyers should examine the condition of the coil springs and suspension bushes, as low-mileage vehicles often suffer from perished rubber and seized components due to lack of use rather than wear. Brake disc thickness and caliper operation also warrant a close look, since infrequent driving can lead to surface corrosion on discs and binding calipers, even if the recent test passed without issue.