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FV54 XXE

2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab

Black Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

140,405 mi
Last recorded140,405 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2022
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab86,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV54 XXE
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL200 Double Cab
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2022 140,405 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket damaged but not seriously weakened both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 6 Jul 2022 140,395 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn outer and inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Bumper insecure mounting panel badly corrodd (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Front Leaf spring shackle pin or bush excessively worn both sides upper and lower badly worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Prop shaft joint excessively worn front propshaft joints worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring hanger points badly corroded both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drag link end seriously misaligned fouling drag link (2.1.3 (e))

Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both badly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Front Body mounting fixings insecure such that stability is seriously impaired mounting to chassis panels badly corroded (6.2.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front metal lines need cleaning and checked for corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases blowing at joint (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 13 May 2021 137,691 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush play in lower pin bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion around rear hanger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 13 May 2021 137,691 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush play in lower pin bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion around rear hanger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Apr 2020 129,217 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both from hose to calipers (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush All bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Apr 2019 122,012 miles

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

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

Sound deadening material not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 112,238 miles

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

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

Pass 8 May 2017 102,565 miles

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

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

Slight play in steering box.

Pass 1 May 2016 93,001 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 May 2015 85,100 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 30 May 2014 77,747 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 65,982 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 May 2013 65,982 miles

Nearside Leaf spring damaged and permanently distorted (2.4.B.1a)

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

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 18 May 2012 55,757 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 May 2012 55,757 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 May 2011 46,978 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 38,480 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 1 Jun 2009 31,374 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2009 31,374 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2009 30,728 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 18,681 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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FV54 XXE is a 2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab in Black with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 FV54 XXE, 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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FV54 XXE is a 2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab, first registered on 31 January 2005.

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