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Mitsubishi L200 4LIFE Di-d Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mitsubishi L200 4LIFE Di-d reliable? We analysed 1,662 real MOT tests across 461 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,662 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
86.0%
Typical Mileage
46,008mi
Annual Mileage
8,706mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Mitsubishi L200 4LIFE Di-d is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mitsubishi L200 4LIFE Di-d.

Mitsubishi L200 4LIFE Di-d Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Mitsubishi L200 4LIFE Di-d. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Mitsubishi L200 4LIFE Di-d MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Mitsubishi L200 4LIFE Di-d to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

85.2%
2021
85.1%
2020
89.9%
2019

Mitsubishi L200 4LIFE Di-d Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Mitsubishi L200 4LIFE Di-d models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7

Mitsubishi L200 4LIFE Di-d Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Mitsubishi L200 4LIFE Di-d owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
5,552 mi/yr
Typical
8,706 mi/yr
Average
10,154 mi/yr
Heavy usage
13,377 mi/yr

Mitsubishi L200 4LIFE Di-d MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mitsubishi L200 4LIFE Di-d year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 122 85.2% 29,760 41,416 62,262
2020 1,226 85.1% 26,562 44,039 63,531
2019 99 89.9% 30,634 43,745 57,710

How Long Does a Mitsubishi L200 4LIFE Di-d Last?

Based on 461 Mitsubishi L200 4LIFE Di-d vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.4 years
Median
4.0 years

Mitsubishi L200 4LIFE Di-d Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Mitsubishi L200 4LIFE Di-d MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
46,008 mi
75th Percentile
66,706 mi
95th Percentile
99,830 mi
Max Recorded
251,152 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Mitsubishi L200 4LIFE Di-d

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2019

89.9% MOT pass rate from 99 tests

Year to avoid
2020

85.1% MOT pass rate from 1,226 tests

The best year to buy a used Mitsubishi L200 4LIFE Di-d is 2019, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.9% across 99 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 85.1% — 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 4LIFE Di-d Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Mitsubishi L200 4LIFE Di-d THIS CAR 86.0% 1,662 46,008 mi — yrs
Mitsubishi L200 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
Honda Express 85.2% 737 3,940 mi 48 yrs

Compared to the Mitsubishi L200 (74.1% pass rate) and the Mitsubishi Shogun (71.9% pass rate), the Mitsubishi L200 4LIFE Di-d outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Mitsubishi L200 4LIFE Di-d?

The Mitsubishi L200 4LIFE Di-d has an overall MOT pass rate of 86.0% across 1,662 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Mitsubishi L200 4LIFE Di-d 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 4LIFE Di-d owner drives around 8,706 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.

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.

Mitsubishi L200 4LIFE Di-d — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mitsubishi L200 4LIFE Di-d reliable?
Based on 1,662 MOT tests, the Mitsubishi L200 4LIFE Di-d has a 86.0% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mitsubishi L200 4LIFE Di-d?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mitsubishi L200 4LIFE Di-d do per year?
The typical Mitsubishi L200 4LIFE Di-d does around 8,706 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mitsubishi L200 4LIFE Di-d last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mitsubishi L200 4LIFE Di-d?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Mitsubishi L200 4LIFE Di-d?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mitsubishi L200 4LIFE Di-d is 2019 with a 89.9% pass rate across 99 tests.