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H8 SWN

2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab

Black Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

102,728 mi
Last recorded102,728 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab86,553 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH8 SWN
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL200 Double Cab
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 102,728 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

surface rust underneath

Pass 4 Sep 2024 100,501 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both starting to smear (3.4 (b) (i))

rusty underneath vehicle

Pass 13 Sep 2023 97,009 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 94,741 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 92,671 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 91,010 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 89,176 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 87,475 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 85,352 miles

Nearside Front Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 83,702 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 81,730 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 79,526 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 77,080 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 73,925 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 66,731 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 62,436 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 57,847 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2009 57,847 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

n/s/f tyre perishing

n/s/f tyre split in tread(ply or cords not showing)

n/s/r tyre worn outer edge

o/s/f tyre perishing

o/s/f tyre worn outer edge

Pass 12 Sep 2008 50,358 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2008 50,358 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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H8 SWN is a 2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab in Black with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 H8 SWN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H8 SWN registered?

H8 SWN is a 2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab, first registered on 25 February 2005.

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