CarVerify

Free Car Check

RJ56 AOU

2006 Mitsubishi Outlander

Grey Petrol 2378cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2025
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

127,095 mi
Last recorded127,095 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2024
Typical for 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander65,242 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mitsubishi
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ56 AOU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelOutlander
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,378cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2024 127,095 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Sep 2024 127,095 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 124,036 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

corrosion underbody

Fail 9 Jul 2021 124,036 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

corrosion underbody

Pass 21 Dec 2017 106,211 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexible pipe (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 80% worn (3.5.1g)

engine management light illuminated on dash board

lower front bumper section missing

Fail 21 Dec 2017 106,211 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexible pipe (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 80% worn (3.5.1g)

engine management light illuminated on dash board

lower front bumper section missing

Pass 22 Dec 2016 81,349 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement lower outer rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

engine management light illuminated

some central front bumper damage but no sharp edges

Fail 22 Dec 2016 81,349 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement lower outer rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working 501 (1.1.C.1d)

engine management light illuminated

some central front bumper damage but no sharp edges

Pass 15 Dec 2015 60,622 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe corroded (7.1.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear exhaust join corroded

Fail 15 Dec 2015 60,607 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe corroded (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm and deteriorated (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear exhaust join corroded

Pass 12 Dec 2014 51,217 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Dec 2013 45,062 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 38,003 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

the n/s/r tyre has a deep cut

Pass 13 Dec 2011 31,578 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2011 31,578 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 30 Nov 2010 25,392 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 18,362 miles

o/s and n/s front tyres wearing on edges.

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
Full Mitsubishi Outlander reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

RJ56 AOU is a 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander in Grey with a 2,378cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 65,242 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RJ56 AOU, 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 20 years old, this Mitsubishi Outlander is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RJ56 AOU?

You can check the full history of RJ56 AOU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was RJ56 AOU registered?

RJ56 AOU is a 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander, first registered on 31 October 2006.

Is RJ56 AOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ56 AOU shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RJ56 AOU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on RJ56 AOU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.