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FE05 GXT

2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab

Black Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

178,390 mi
Last recorded178,390 miles
Recorded on25 May 2022
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab86,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE05 GXT
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL200 Double Cab
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 May 2022 178,390 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front 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))

n/s & o/s chassis corroded & weaking

n/s & o/s front bottom arms corrosion & weaking

n/s/f bottom joint slight play

n/s/r lens colour deterorating

no warning lights on dash time of test

worn-drive maxxis a/t tyres 265/75/r16 fitted alround

Fail 19 May 2022 178,390 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake modification unsafe (1.1.21 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture metal pipe rubbering axle (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front 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))

n/s & o/s chassis corroded & weaking

n/s & o/s front bottom arms corrosion & weaking

n/s/f bottom joint slight play

n/s/r lens colour deterorating

no warning lights on dash time of test

worn-drive maxxis a/t tyres 265/75/r16 fitted alround

Fail 28 Apr 2022 178,171 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front 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))

n/s & o/s front bottom arms corrosion & weaking

n/s/f bottom joint slight play

worn -drive maxxis a/t tyres 265/75/r16 fitted alround

Pass 24 Sep 2020 177,331 miles

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front 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))

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear fog lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))

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

Fail 18 Sep 2020 177,325 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Emissions not tested due to blow (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front to cat (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Body component insecure wing mirror (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt marked with yellow chalk (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded across axle (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected showing white (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded across axle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Body component slightly loose wing mirror (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear fog lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))

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

Pass 6 Sep 2019 176,300 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

flasher bulbs slightly descoloured n/s & o/s rear

front number plate need changing soon slight damage

n/s & o/s chassis corrosion starting

under tray fitted front

Fail 6 Sep 2019 176,300 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Position lamp not working bulb (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working bulb holder (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Rear reflector reflecting white to the rear (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Rear reflector reflecting white to the rear (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

flasher bulbs slightly descoloured n/s & o/s rear

front number plate need changing soon slight damage

n/s & o/s chassis corrosion starting

under tray fitted front

Pass 28 Aug 2018 174,631 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

front exhaust & centre slight blow & deterioring

no warning lights on time of test

o/s/f t.rod end slight play

Pass 18 Jul 2017 172,204 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2016 155,717 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2015 144,831 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 127,385 miles

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

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 111,850 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 100,188 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 87,571 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Lower Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2010 74,305 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 62,190 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 43,152 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2008 43,152 miles

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

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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FE05 GXT is a 2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab in Black with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 FE05 GXT, 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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FE05 GXT is a 2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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