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BU59 DRV

2009 Mitsubishi Outlander

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

169,238 mi
Last recorded169,238 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander94,052 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU59 DRV
MakeMitsubishi
ModelOutlander
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 169,238 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Oct 2025 169,238 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 153,835 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Oct 2023 136,871 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Oct 2022 119,852 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 104,051 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 84,213 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 66,639 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 61,618 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 57,306 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 52,188 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 45,964 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 39,929 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 33,320 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 27,248 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Outlander?

Based on 726,436 MOT tests across 75,074 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
8,010
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
75,074
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,278
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,050
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 4,007
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,610
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BU59 DRV is a 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 94,052 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Outlander fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,278 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU59 DRV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Outlander typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 17 years old, this Mitsubishi Outlander is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BU59 DRV registered?

BU59 DRV is a 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander, first registered on 30 October 2009.

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The MOT history for BU59 DRV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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