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FG16 GCU

2016 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab

Blue Diesel 2442cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

93,436 mi
Last recorded93,436 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab60,930 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG16 GCU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL200 Double Cab
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,442cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 93,436 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Mar 2025 84,877 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Rear noise in rear brake drums

Pass 11 Mar 2024 77,454 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2023 69,429 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2023 69,428 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Mar 2022 60,929 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 51,041 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 43,411 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 33,937 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2019 33,937 miles

Headlamp aim too high both. reset and adjuster at zero. (4.1.2 (a))

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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FG16 GCU is a 2016 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab in Blue with a 2,442cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2016 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 60,930 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 FG16 GCU, 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 10 years old, this Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FG16 GCU registered?

FG16 GCU is a 2016 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab, first registered on 24 March 2016.

Is FG16 GCU safe to buy?

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