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AK03 AUP

2003 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab

Blue Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

100,046 mi
Last recorded100,046 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2011
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab88,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK03 AUP
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL200 Double Cab
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2011 100,046 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring damaged but not permanently distorted (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 97,004 miles

Both rear tyres worn to approx. 3mm.

Center propshaft mounting worn.

Condensation in O/S headlight.

Earth strap from bulkhead not fitted to engine.

Modified pedal rubbers/liners fitted.

N/S headlight aim on lowest limit.

Oil around underside of engine & gearbox.

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Suspect battery u/s.

Suspect front brake pads approx. 50-60% worn.

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 23 Aug 2010 97,004 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Lower Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Lower Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Both rear tyres worn to approx. 3mm.

Center propshaft mounting worn.

Condensation in O/S headlight.

Earth strap from bulkhead not fitted to engine.

Modified pedal rubbers/liners fitted.

N/S headlight aim on lowest limit.

Oil around underside of engine & gearbox.

Suspect battery u/s.

Suspect front brake pads approx. 50-60% worn.

Pass 10 Jun 2009 87,312 miles

Both headlight aims on lowest limits.

Clutch arm squeaking.

Rear brakes slightly squeaky.

Rear number plate craked & damaged but O.K. for M.O.T.

Slight play in O/S/F A/R/B outer mounting bush but just O.K. for M.O.T.

Pass 10 Jun 2008 72,824 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 53,548 miles

Both rear tyres low on tread (265/70x16).

Slight play in both N/S & O/S rear spring rear mounting bushes.

Pass 3 Apr 2006 35,173 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
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AK03 AUP is a 2003 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab in Blue with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 88,180 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 AK03 AUP, 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 23 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 AK03 AUP registered?

AK03 AUP is a 2003 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab, first registered on 14 March 2003.

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