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DS08 YGL

2008 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab

White Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2022
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

212,118 mi
Last recorded212,118 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab93,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS08 YGL
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL200 Double Cab
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2021 212,118 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 29 Jan 2021 212,094 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Where front to rear pipe meets rear flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))

Central Prop shaft bearing housing likely to fail (6.1.7 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2019 193,905 miles

both front shockers weak but not leaking

Fail 12 Jul 2019 193,870 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both front shockers weak but not leaking

Pass 13 Jul 2018 179,525 miles

both front shockers weak but not leaking

Fail 4 Jul 2018 179,493 miles

Front Prop shaft securing bolt missing (6.1.7 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Prop shaft bearing excessively worn centre bearing (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible damaged (0.1 (b))

both front shockers weak but not leaking

Pass 4 Jul 2017 161,884 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 149,400 miles

brake pipes covered by substance, unable to check properly

Fail 28 Jun 2016 149,396 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded main both (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp does not face the rear (1.3.2a)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2015 136,821 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Jul 2015 136,761 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

engine mil on

Pass 12 Jun 2014 122,516 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 108,994 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012
Pass 20 Jul 2011 75,404 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
Full Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab reliability report

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DS08 YGL is a 2008 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab in White with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 93,828 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DS08 YGL, 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 18 years old, this Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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DS08 YGL is a 2008 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab, first registered on 17 July 2008.

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