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BG53 TPF

2003 Mitsubishi L200

White Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

76,622 mi
Last recorded76,622 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi L20082,946 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 TPF
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL200
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 76,622 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Outer Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Outer Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jul 2026 76,622 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Outer Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Outer Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2023 58,684 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides inner (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides inners (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 15 Feb 2023 58,684 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides inner (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides inners (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2013 45,454 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 43,229 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 40,440 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 37,030 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 34,790 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2009 34,786 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 18 Dec 2008 29,368 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 18 Dec 2007 22,356 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 15,830 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi L200?

Based on 1,362,678 MOT tests across 122,130 vehicles.

74.1%
Pass Rate
7,398
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
122,130
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 34,324
position lamp(s) not working 20,464
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19,949
Leaf spring fractured 19,317
Registration plate lamp not working 17,273
Full Mitsubishi L200 reliability report

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BG53 TPF is a 2003 Mitsubishi L200 in White with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi L200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 82,946 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi L200 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 34,324 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG53 TPF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi L200 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Mitsubishi L200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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BG53 TPF is a 2003 Mitsubishi L200, first registered on 30 December 2003.

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