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Mitsubishi L200 Barbarian X Di-d Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mitsubishi L200 Barbarian X Di-d Auto reliable? We analysed 10,459 real MOT tests across 2,952 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 10,459 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
88.3%
Typical Mileage
43,865mi
Annual Mileage
9,452mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

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

Mitsubishi L200 Barbarian X Di-d Auto Number Plates

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

Mitsubishi L200 Barbarian X Di-d Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

88.7%
2021
87.4%
2020
89.4%
2019

Mitsubishi L200 Barbarian X Di-d Auto Common Faults & Problems

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

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 75
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 49
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 33

Mitsubishi L200 Barbarian X Di-d Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
6,064 mi/yr
Typical
9,452 mi/yr
Average
10,960 mi/yr
Heavy usage
14,077 mi/yr

Mitsubishi L200 Barbarian X Di-d Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 1,808 88.7% 28,673 42,174 59,369
2020 5,464 87.4% 31,352 44,418 58,980
2019 2,875 89.4% 28,273 42,588 61,026

How Long Does a Mitsubishi L200 Barbarian X Di-d Auto Last?

Based on 2,952 Mitsubishi L200 Barbarian X Di-d Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.5 years
Median
5.0 years

Mitsubishi L200 Barbarian X Di-d Auto Mileage Distribution

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

Median
43,865 mi
75th Percentile
59,991 mi
95th Percentile
92,617 mi
Max Recorded
314,311 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Mitsubishi L200 Barbarian X Di-d Auto

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

Best year
2019

89.4% MOT pass rate from 2,875 tests

Year to avoid
2020

87.4% MOT pass rate from 5,464 tests

The best year to buy a used Mitsubishi L200 Barbarian X Di-d Auto is 2019, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.4% across 2,875 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 87.4% — 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 Barbarian X Di-d Auto Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Mitsubishi L200 Barbarian X Di-d Auto THIS CAR 88.3% 10,459 43,865 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
Yamaha XV750 84.8% 15,475 19,472 mi 45 yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Mitsubishi L200 Barbarian X Di-d Auto?

The Mitsubishi L200 Barbarian X Di-d Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.3% across 10,459 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 Barbarian X Di-d Auto 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 Barbarian X Di-d Auto owner drives around 9,452 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 Barbarian X Di-d Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mitsubishi L200 Barbarian X Di-d Auto reliable?
Based on 10,459 MOT tests, the Mitsubishi L200 Barbarian X Di-d Auto has a 88.3% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mitsubishi L200 Barbarian X Di-d Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mitsubishi L200 Barbarian X Di-d Auto do per year?
The typical Mitsubishi L200 Barbarian X Di-d Auto does around 9,452 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mitsubishi L200 Barbarian X Di-d Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mitsubishi L200 Barbarian X Di-d Auto?
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 Barbarian X Di-d Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mitsubishi L200 Barbarian X Di-d Auto is 2019 with a 89.4% pass rate across 2,875 tests.