2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse 1.5L Petrol · WM67 XRY

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 15 January 2026 with no defects recorded. Reviewing the history back to 2022, the maintenance trend is exceptionally stable, with five consecutive clean passes and a complete absence of advisories. This indicates a vehicle that has been maintained to a high standard or has experienced very light duty, suggesting that the previous owner has likely addressed wear and tear items before they reached a failure threshold. With a recorded mileage of 57,021 miles over approximately eight years, the vehicle has averaged roughly 7,128 miles per year. This usage rate is considered typical for a private vehicle of this age and is mechanically advantageous. It avoids the excessive wear on suspension bushes, engine internals, and drivetrain components associated with high mileage examples, while remaining active enough to prevent the common issues associated with long term standing, such as perished rubber seals or seized brake calipers. Despite the clean MOT record, a physical inspection is necessary to identify items that do not always trigger an MOT failure but affect long term reliability. The buyer should closely examine the tyre sidewalls for signs of perishing or fine cracking, as rubber degrades over time regardless of tread depth. It is also essential to verify the service history stamps or invoices to ensure that calendar based maintenance, such as brake fluid flushes and coolant changes, has been performed, as these fluids degrade chemically over time regardless of the mileage covered. During a test drive, the buyer should listen for any subtle suspension knocks or clunks that may not have been severe enough to fail an inspection but indicate the beginning of component wear. Particular attention should be paid to the 12V battery health and the smooth operation of the braking system to ensure there is no slight binding or shudder. Finally, a visual check of the underbody for surface corrosion is advised to ensure the structural integrity remains consistent with the clean official record.