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DA05 LFW

2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab

Black Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

123,842 mi
Last recorded123,842 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2025
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab86,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA05 LFW
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL200 Double Cab
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2025 123,842 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2024 121,923 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 119,587 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 116,289 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 112,333 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 108,911 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 105,366 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2017 105,300 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2017 105,228 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 98,060 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 87,868 miles

Center exhaust mount slightly corroded but still supporting exh.

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 24 Sep 2012 68,243 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 51,696 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 35,198 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 29,005 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 20,966 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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DA05 LFW is a 2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab in Black with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 86,553 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 DA05 LFW, 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 21 years old, this Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DA05 LFW registered?

DA05 LFW is a 2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is DA05 LFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA05 LFW shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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