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DU55 VBD

2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab

Black Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

157,329 mi
Last recorded157,329 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab86,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU55 VBD
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL200 Double Cab
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2021 157,329 miles

Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 24 Dec 2021 157,329 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 27 Nov 2021 157,329 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 153,974 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 15 Nov 2019 148,501 miles

Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage steering box (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 17 Nov 2018 137,881 miles

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

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

Offside Front Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

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

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

Trailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 129,508 miles

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

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 22 Nov 2016 121,137 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 109,236 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 94,978 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 90,075 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2012 85,883 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 80,348 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 76,767 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 68,593 miles

advise both headlight aims on lower limit

Pass 25 Sep 2008 51,287 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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DU55 VBD 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 DU55 VBD, 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.

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DU55 VBD is a 2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab, first registered on 4 October 2005.

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