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DF03 VSP

2003 Mitsubishi L200

Black Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

109,529 mi
Last recorded109,529 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi L20082,946 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF03 VSP
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL200
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 109,529 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2025 109,529 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2024 106,536 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Jun 2023 102,834 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak.

Pass 2 Jul 2022 98,912 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to back (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2021 97,131 miles

Central Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 9 Sep 2020 92,924 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 88,707 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 83,756 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 79,377 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at rear by tank (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 75,853 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside side running board/step brackets to chassis corroded

Offside Front suspension bump stop rubber missing

Fail 8 Aug 2016 75,853 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner tread edge/sidewall (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside side running board/step brackets to chassis corroded

Offside Front suspension bump stop rubber missing

Fail 27 Jul 2015 70,668 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Pass 27 Jul 2015 70,668 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Pass 25 Jul 2014 67,353 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 63,532 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2012 61,092 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2012 61,076 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 57,604 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 4 Aug 2010 54,879 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 50,632 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 46,914 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 39,401 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 30,596 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
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DF03 VSP is a 2003 Mitsubishi L200 in Black with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DF03 VSP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DF03 VSP registered?

DF03 VSP is a 2003 Mitsubishi L200, first registered on 21 July 2003.

Is DF03 VSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF03 VSP shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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