Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab reliable? We analysed 774,794 real MOT tests across 49,827 vehicles to find out.
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The Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pipe excessively corroded, anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush and leaf spring fractured. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab.
Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 64 | 81.3% | 34,220 | 59,938 | 81,563 |
| 2018 | 130 | 83.8% | 29,055 | 45,912 | 73,044 |
| 2017 | 405 | 84.7% | 42,645 | 62,576 | 87,586 |
| 2016 | 390 | 79.2% | 42,955 | 60,930 | 85,457 |
| 2015 | 214 | 78.0% | 41,474 | 59,664 | 86,768 |
| 2014 | 267 | 78.7% | 51,798 | 75,544 | 96,387 |
| 2013 | 279 | 84.6% | 42,448 | 61,321 | 88,666 |
| 2012 | 643 | 76.7% | 53,115 | 74,559 | 101,105 |
| 2011 | 5,824 | 75.3% | 59,652 | 87,384 | 115,255 |
| 2010 | 12,052 | 73.7% | 59,525 | 88,561 | 119,370 |
| 2009 | 9,244 | 70.5% | 58,179 | 88,412 | 120,650 |
| 2008 | 9,760 | 70.6% | 63,634 | 93,828 | 126,095 |
| 2007 | 18,924 | 70.7% | 59,479 | 89,184 | 121,290 |
| 2006 | 43,331 | 70.2% | 60,032 | 89,294 | 122,313 |
| 2005 | 143,539 | 71.2% | 59,246 | 86,553 | 116,044 |
| 2004 | 157,208 | 70.5% | 60,024 | 87,024 | 115,520 |
| 2003 | 169,019 | 70.4% | 61,264 | 88,180 | 116,805 |
| 2002 | 103,664 | 69.4% | 68,925 | 95,779 | 124,959 |
| 2001 | 54,358 | 67.9% | 75,447 | 102,058 | 132,086 |
| 2000 | 26,245 | 66.8% | 82,368 | 110,564 | 142,529 |
How Long Does a Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab Last?
Based on 49,827 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab vehicles on UK roads.
Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab 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 Double Cab
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
84.7% MOT pass rate from 405 tests
64.9% MOT pass rate from 359 tests
The best year to buy a used Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab is 2017, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 84.7% across 405 tests. The 1997 model year has the lowest pass rate at 64.9% — 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 Double Cab Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab THIS CAR | 70.2% | 774,794 | 91,242 mi | 27 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 |
| Smart (mcc) Forfour | 78.9% | 256,394 | 38,541 mi | 22 yrs |
Compared to the Mitsubishi L200 (74.1% pass rate) and the Mitsubishi Shogun (71.9% pass rate), the Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab has an overall MOT pass rate of 70.2% across 774,794 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab are brake pipe excessively corroded (41,357 recorded failures), anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (21,750), and leaf spring fractured (21,365). 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.
A typical Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab owner drives around 6,676 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 Double Cab models stay on UK roads for around 27 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.