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FV05 LVF

2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab

Grey Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

122,792 mi
Last recorded122,792 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab86,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV05 LVF
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL200 Double Cab
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 122,792 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flex pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside has surface (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 4 Jun 2025 122,340 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under-side has surface (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 4 Jun 2025 122,340 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under-side has surface (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Jun 2024 121,867 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Jun 2023 121,154 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Jun 2023 121,154 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Jun 2022 120,768 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 May 2021 119,401 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2020 118,255 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Jun 2019 116,704 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2019 116,704 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 116,552 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 115,605 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 Sep 2017 115,605 miles

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

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 May 2016 113,794 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 106,223 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 89,102 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 71,767 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 54,442 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 39,987 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 31,687 miles

both rear tyres near limits

slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 8 Jul 2008 23,287 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
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FV05 LVF is a 2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab in Grey with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FV05 LVF, 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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FV05 LVF is a 2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab, first registered on 31 May 2005.

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