2018 Mitsubishi Outlander 2.0L Hybrid electric · WJ18 CFY

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 2026-02-04 with 56,410 miles, confirming it is currently roadworthy. The test flagged two minor advisories—rear brake pads wearing thin and a slightly damaged obligatory mirror—both consistent with normal wear and not immediate safety failures. This represents a slight deterioration from the previous two clean tests in 2024 and 2025, indicating a gradual decline in brake pad life but no new structural or systemic issues emerging. The recorded mileage shows steady, average annual use at approximately 7,000 miles per year, aligning with typical ownership patterns for a vehicle of this age. There are no gaps exceeding 12 months between tests, and the progression from 30,948 miles in February 2022 to 56,410 miles in February 2026 is linear and unremarkable. No sudden spikes in mileage suggest odometer tampering or excessive use, and the absence of major defects in the 2024 and 2025 tests implies consistent, if not meticulous, maintenance. The recurring mirror damage across three consecutive tests points to either repeated minor impacts or poor repair quality, and should be checked for alignment and secure mounting. The rear brake pads reaching 1.1mm thickness in just 13 months since the last test suggest aggressive driving, insufficient pad material from a prior replacement, or binding calipers—this needs urgent inspection before long journeys. The 2023 advisory on the front inner tyre wearing close to the legal limit and on the edge indicates possible suspension misalignment or worn bushes, which may have persisted. A thorough check of the front suspension geometry, wheel bearings, and brake caliper movement is advised. The absence of corrosion, exhaust, or structural advisories across all tests is reassuring.