2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse 1.5L Petrol · YF18 KWV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a significant decline in proactive care. While the car passed its most recent test in December 2025 at 69,308 miles, it followed a failure just nine days prior at 69,271 miles. This transition indicates that the owner only addressed defects when forced by an MOT failure, rather than performing routine preventative maintenance. The presence of multiple advisories in the late 2025 test suggests the vehicle is beginning to suffer from neglect regarding rubber and structural components. The mileage pattern is consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 8,600 miles per year. This usage level reflects typical expectations for an eight-year-old car. The data shows a clean period between 2022 and 2024, where the vehicle covered roughly 26,000 miles without any recorded defects. However, the jump of over 11,500 miles between October 2024 and December 2025 coincides with the sudden appearance of mechanical and structural issues, suggesting that inspections may have been neglected during this specific interval. A buyer must closely inspect the structural integrity of the rear sub-frame and front MacPherson struts. The tester flagged corrosion on these areas in December 2025, and while not yet deemed seriously weakened, rust is a progressive condition that accelerates over time. The severely deteriorated ball joint dust covers and the corroded nearside rear coil spring indicate that the suspension system is nearing the end of its service life. These components require replacement to prevent premature mechanical failure or noise. The braking system also shows a history of deferred maintenance, evidenced by pitted discs in 2022 and brake pads falling below the legal thickness limit in late 2025. The offside rear tyre was worn to the legal limit, and the nearside rear tyre is perishing from age, given its 2020 DOT code. You should verify that the brake pads and discs were actually replaced following the December failure and check for uneven wear or sticking calipers across all axles.