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AE51 VFG

2001 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab

Red Petrol 2972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

278,643 mi
Last recorded278,643 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2014
Typical for 2001 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab102,058 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 VFG
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL200 Double Cab
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,972cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2014 278,643 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 266,241 miles

LPG tank corroded

Oil leak

Pass 8 Jun 2012 254,159 miles

Propane tank corroded

Fail 8 Jun 2012 254,155 miles

Nearside Outer Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Outer Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Propane tank corroded

Pass 24 May 2011 241,680 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 229,685 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 217,893 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 203,181 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 190,591 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 190,588 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2006 176,805 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2006 176,805 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 29 Jul 2005 164,993 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab?

Based on 774,794 MOT tests across 49,827 vehicles.

70.2%
Pass Rate
6,676
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
49,827
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 41,357
Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush 21,750
Leaf spring fractured 21,365
Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 20,776
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 20,525
Full Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab reliability report

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AE51 VFG is a 2001 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab in Red with a 2,972cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2001 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 102,058 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 41,357 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE51 VFG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AE51 VFG registered?

AE51 VFG is a 2001 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab, first registered on 27 September 2001.

Is AE51 VFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE51 VFG shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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