2001 Mitsubishi 4X4 2.8L Diesel · WK51 LDN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While the most recent test in May 2026 at 229,047 miles passed with minor defects related to a wiper blade and registration plate, the preceding year showed significant mechanical instability. The failure in March 2025 was particularly critical, flagging multiple safety failures across the braking system, ABS electronics, and suspension components. Although the vehicle passed its subsequent test, the recurring nature of suspension wear suggests that components are reaching the end of their service life. At 229,047 miles over 25 years, the vehicle has maintained an average of approximately 9,160 miles per year, which is consistent with an older 4x4. However, the data shows a recent surge in usage between April 2024 and March 2025, where the vehicle covered over 7,000 miles in just eleven months. This period of higher mileage likely accelerated the wear on the aging drivetrain and suspension, leading to the cluster of brake failures and worn suspension issues recorded during that window. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension geometry, as the record shows persistent issues with arm pin bushes, anti-roll bar linkages, and shock absorbers. The tester noted play in both front wheel bearings in early 2025, which should be verified to ensure they have been replaced since the last test. The braking system also requires close scrutiny; the previous failure for inadequate brake effort and a defective brake load sensing valve indicates that the hydraulic or mechanical linkages may be prone to sticking. Given the age and high mileage, a detailed check of the chassis for structural corrosion is essential, as the record already noted significant corrosion on all four shock absorbers.