2010 Mitsubishi ASX 1.6L Petrol · WR60 AAJ

The 2010 Mitsubishi ASX’s most recent MOT cycle, completed just six months ago on 17 November 2025, reveals a clean record with no defects or advisories—despite the vehicle failing once on the same day at the same mileage (121,016). This anomaly suggests either a rare administrative error or a temporary issue resolved before retesting. The preceding tests, all passing without fail, indicate a stable maintenance pattern over the past four years, with no recurring mechanical failures. However, the lack of advisories or minor issues in any test does not preclude hidden wear; the absence of warnings on suspension components, brake systems, or structural integrity in these records means those areas remain unconfirmed as either sound or compromised. The vehicle’s mileage progression of roughly 7,564 miles annually is consistent with typical usage for its age, though the gap between the 2022 and 2023 tests—where mileage jumped from 106,227 to 110,679—implies a period of higher usage. The most recent 5,375 miles covered between November 2024 and November 2025 suggests active driving, which could accelerate wear on consumables like tyres, brake pads, and suspension bushes. The absence of any MOT failures or advisories during this period does not confirm whether these components were serviced or replaced proactively, leaving their actual condition unverified. Given the clean MOT history, the primary focus for an in-person inspection should centre on suspension integrity—particularly the condition of coil springs, bushes, and dampers—since no advisories were recorded in prior tests. The brakes, while never failing, should be scrutinised for uneven wear, binding calipers, or corrosion on the rear system, as the 2025 failure (if genuine) might hint at a latent issue. Structural corrosion, especially around wheel arches, sills, and the subframe, warrants close examination, as rust is a common silent deteriorator in vehicles of this age. Finally, the engine bay should be checked for fluid leaks, as oil, coolant, or brake fluid contamination often goes unnoticed until it escalates. The lack of advisories does not guarantee these areas are free from degradation.