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DE54 EMK

2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab

Black Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

54,872 mi
Last recorded54,872 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab86,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE54 EMK
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL200 Double Cab
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2025 54,872 miles

Oil leak(s)

Pass 19 Apr 2024 54,689 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Apr 2023 54,573 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 53,772 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2020 53,385 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 52,930 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 52,816 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2017 52,252 miles
Fail 30 May 2017 52,252 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2016 51,137 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 50,440 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 49,397 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 48,270 miles

Nearside Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 24 Feb 2012 46,556 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 45,255 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2010 38,672 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 26 Feb 2009 34,539 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 30,728 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside front tyre worn on outer edge-265/70x16

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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DE54 EMK is a 2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab in Black with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 DE54 EMK, 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 DE54 EMK registered?

DE54 EMK is a 2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab, first registered on 25 February 2005.

Is DE54 EMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE54 EMK shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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