2007 Mitsubishi Lancer 2.0L Petrol · SP07 AFA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent MOT test on 31 May 2025 at 13,068 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes dating back to 2019, suggesting the car has been kept in a high state of mechanical repair. The mileage is exceptionally low for a 19 year old vehicle, averaging roughly 688 miles per year. Between 28 December 2019 and 28 May 2022, the odometer moved only 13 miles, indicating the car spent nearly three years in long term storage. Since then, usage has remained minimal, with only 255 miles added between the June 2023 test at 12,947 miles and the May 2025 test at 13,068 miles. While the MOT record is flawless, the prolonged periods of inactivity present specific risks. A buyer should physically inspect the brake discs for surface corrosion or pitting and check for binding calipers caused by standing. Rubber components, including tyre sidewalls and suspension bushes, often perish due to age rather than wear, so these should be checked for cracking or hardening. The lack of recorded defects over several years is positive, but the low usage pattern suggests a need to verify fluid conditions. Old oil and coolant can degrade regardless of mileage. A manual check of the battery health and a test of the fuel system is advised to ensure the vehicle remains reliable after such extensive periods of dormancy.