2010 Mitsubishi Outlander 2.3L Diesel · WR60 AAK

The Mitsubishi Outlander failed its most recent MOT on 5 February 2026 at 225,650 miles, yet the tester recorded no defects. This failure leaves the vehicle's current roadworthy status unconfirmed and breaks a run of three consecutive passes. The March 2023 test at 203,690 miles, the April 2024 pass at 212,231 miles, and the February 2025 pass at 219,710 miles all logged clean sheets with no advisories. Mechanical trend across those years appears stable, but the latest result demands scrutiny of why the test centre issued a fail without noted faults. The odometer shows 225,650 miles on a sixteen year old vehicle, averaging roughly 14,100 miles per year, which is high for the age and signals substantial use. Mileage advanced from 203,690 in March 2023 to 212,231 by April 2024, then to 219,710 in February 2025, and finally 225,650 in February 2026. Accumulation has slowed slightly over the last two intervals but remains consistent with daily commuting or fleet duty. The record is sparse with only five entries, and the twin tests on 17 April 2024 show a fail at 212,229 miles followed hours later by a pass at 212,231 miles, indicating a rapid retest after a trivial or administrative correction. A buyer should physically inspect suspension bushes, coil springs, brake discs and calipers for wear consistent with high mileage, even though no advisories flag them. Examine the exhaust system and emissions equipment for degradation, and assess structural integrity for corrosion on sills and subframes. The unexplained February 2026 failure requires the seller to produce the refusal certificate or VT30 to clarify whether the issue was mechanical or documentary. Previous ownership appears to have maintained basic test compliance, with passes secured annually and no recorded neglect of tyres or wiper blades. The clean defect history suggests routine upkeep, but the high mileage means consumable components will be near end of life. Verify service records alongside this MOT data before purchase.