2013 Mitsubishi Outlander 2.3L Diesel · SL63 OTF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. While the most recent test in March 2026 at 137,587 miles passed, it followed a significant failure just two days prior. This failure highlighted critical safety issues including an inoperative parking brake with sub-standard efficiency levels and excessively corroded rear brake pipes. The persistence of corrosion on the rear subframe and suspension arm bushes across multiple years suggests that the previous owner only addressed mechanical faults when they threatened an immediate MOT failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,600 miles per year. Between February 2024 at 121,558 miles and March 2026 at 137,587 miles, the car covered roughly 16,000 miles. This steady accumulation indicates regular use, though the high-mileage nature relative to the vehicle's age has likely contributed to the accelerated wear of rubber components and metal-related corrosion noted in the record. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the rear subframe and inner suspension mounting points. The subframe has been flagged for corrosion consistently since 2024, and while structural rigidity is not yet deemed compromised, rust on these components in Mitsubishi models is progressive if left untreated. The rear brake pipes require close scrutiny to ensure the replacements made after the March 2026 failure were executed with high-quality materials and are not showing signs of immediate leaks or mechanical damage. Additionally, the rear suspension arm bushes have been noted as worn for several years; a buyer should check for clunking or steering instability that would indicate these components are nearing the point of total failure.