2018 Mitsubishi Outlander 2.0L Hybrid electric · WP67 WMM

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, though recent MOT results indicate a shift from a defect-free history to emerging maintenance requirements. While the February 2026 test at 21,144 miles resulted in a pass, the tester flagged multiple issues including perishing and cracking on both rear tyres and a TPMS light activation. This follows a pattern established in the February 2025 test at 14,872 miles, where the vehicle failed to meet standards regarding tyre tread depth and damage on both front tyres. The mileage accumulation is exceptionally low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,643 miles per year. The record shows a consistent, albeit slow, increase in usage, moving from 4,521 miles in February 2022 to the current 21,144 miles in February 2026. This low-use pattern explains the clean results seen between 2022 and 2024, where no defects were recorded. However, the recent transition from zero defects to multiple tyre-related advisories suggests that the vehicle's low mileage may be causing rubber components to age and perish due to lack of regular movement rather than mechanical wear. A prospective buyer should focus on the condition of the tyres and the functionality of the tyre pressure monitoring system. The recurring mention of cracking and perishing in the 2025 and 2026 tests indicates that the rubber is likely reaching the end of its service life due to age-related degradation. Beyond the tyres, the mention of under trays in the most recent test warrants a physical inspection to ensure no loose components or minor impact damage are present. While no structural corrosion or suspension failures have been noted, the sudden appearance of these consumables issues suggests that the vehicle has transitioned from a period of negligible wear into a phase where age-related maintenance is becoming necessary.