Mitsubishi L200 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Mitsubishi L200 reliable? We analysed 1,362,678 real MOT tests across 122,130 vehicles to find out.
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The Mitsubishi L200 is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pipe excessively corroded, position lamp(s) not working and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mitsubishi L200.
Mitsubishi L200 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Mitsubishi L200. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Mitsubishi L200 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Mitsubishi L200 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Mitsubishi L200 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Mitsubishi L200 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Mitsubishi L200 Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Mitsubishi L200 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Mitsubishi L200 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Mitsubishi L200 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Mitsubishi L200 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mitsubishi L200 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 5,203 | 87.5% | 30,465 | 44,631 | 63,134 |
| 2020 | 10,483 | 86.9% | 31,009 | 46,826 | 65,608 |
| 2019 | 39,059 | 85.6% | 31,528 | 47,700 | 68,976 |
| 2018 | 52,012 | 84.8% | 34,197 | 51,969 | 74,655 |
| 2017 | 65,632 | 85.2% | 37,564 | 56,411 | 80,008 |
| 2016 | 61,158 | 84.1% | 39,201 | 59,935 | 86,076 |
| 2015 | 73,806 | 79.2% | 42,572 | 63,698 | 88,566 |
| 2014 | 62,919 | 77.3% | 45,186 | 67,530 | 93,076 |
| 2013 | 58,414 | 76.8% | 48,098 | 72,914 | 101,251 |
| 2012 | 52,045 | 75.9% | 51,852 | 78,320 | 107,494 |
| 2011 | 81,756 | 73.6% | 56,249 | 85,085 | 116,616 |
| 2010 | 76,192 | 73.3% | 58,724 | 88,449 | 120,887 |
| 2009 | 58,722 | 71.0% | 58,948 | 88,842 | 122,650 |
| 2008 | 80,136 | 69.9% | 60,989 | 91,370 | 124,004 |
| 2007 | 138,012 | 70.7% | 59,384 | 89,538 | 122,390 |
| 2006 | 185,477 | 70.5% | 61,540 | 92,356 | 126,022 |
| 2005 | 42,399 | 69.7% | 55,781 | 83,640 | 115,356 |
| 2004 | 35,014 | 68.9% | 54,598 | 81,300 | 112,839 |
| 2003 | 28,455 | 69.9% | 55,336 | 82,946 | 114,031 |
| 2002 | 25,368 | 69.1% | 62,329 | 90,349 | 122,458 |
How Long Does a Mitsubishi L200 Last?
Based on 122,130 Mitsubishi L200 vehicles on UK roads.
Mitsubishi L200 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Mitsubishi L200 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Mitsubishi L200
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
87.5% MOT pass rate from 5,203 tests
62.8% MOT pass rate from 1,116 tests
The best year to buy a used Mitsubishi L200 is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 87.5% across 5,203 tests. The 1992 model year has the lowest pass rate at 62.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Mitsubishi L200 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitsubishi L200 THIS CAR | 74.1% | 1,362,678 | 80,302 mi | 29 yrs |
| Mitsubishi Shogun | 71.9% | 1,312,716 | 107,142 mi | 37 yrs |
| Mitsubishi Colt | 72.5% | 950,325 | 59,666 mi | 30 yrs |
| Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab | 70.2% | 774,794 | 91,242 mi | 27 yrs |
| Mazda CX-5 | 85.2% | 487,434 | 52,635 mi | 14 yrs |
Compared to the Mitsubishi Shogun (71.9% pass rate) and the Mitsubishi Colt (72.5% pass rate), the Mitsubishi L200 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Mitsubishi L200 has an overall MOT pass rate of 74.1% across 1,362,678 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Mitsubishi L200 are brake pipe excessively corroded (34,324 recorded failures), position lamp(s) not working (20,464), and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (19,949). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Mitsubishi L200 with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Mitsubishi L200 owner drives around 7,398 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Mitsubishi L200 models stay on UK roads for around 29 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.