2013 Mitsubishi ASX 1.6L Petrol · WV63 GYP

The 2013 Mitsubishi ASX has demonstrated a concerning pattern of MOT failures over the past two years, with the most recent test on 2026-01-28 resulting in a second consecutive failure—despite no defects being recorded. This suggests either an administrative oversight in the testing process or a vehicle that has reached a threshold of accumulated wear beyond standard MOT scrutiny. The lack of specific fault codes implies that while the car may not have failed for any single critical issue, it has repeatedly failed to meet the broader roadworthiness criteria, which could indicate underlying problems that evade straightforward detection. The trend is clearly worsening, with failures clustering in the final three tests, rather than resolving or stabilising. The mileage progression reveals a steady accumulation of approximately 10,500 miles annually, which is typical for a vehicle of this age. However, the gap between the December 2024 failure (130,995 miles) and the September 2023 pass (124,480 miles) spans 16,500 miles—an unusually long period without an MOT. This suggests either prolonged off-road use, storage, or a deliberate delay in testing, which could mask the progression of wear on components like suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake calipers. The final 5,000 miles between the December 2025 and January 2026 tests occurred in just over a month, indicating recent driving but no intervening maintenance or inspection. Given the repeated failures without recorded defects, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of critical high-wear areas. The suspension—particularly the rear bushes and coil springs—should be examined for excessive play or corrosion, as these are common failure points in vehicles of this age and mileage. Brake discs and calipers warrant close scrutiny for uneven wear or binding, especially if the car has been driven through wet or heavy loads. Structural integrity, particularly around the wheel arches and sills, should also be assessed for corrosion, as this can compromise the chassis over time. The absence of specific fault codes in the MOT history makes these areas all the more critical to verify in person.