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MD55 DVW

2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab

Blue Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

162,029 mi
Last recorded162,029 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab86,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD55 DVW
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL200 Double Cab
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 162,029 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2024 157,397 miles

surface rusting on chassis rails

surface rusting to underside of vehicle

Fail 11 Dec 2024 157,390 miles

Fuel tank insecure rear mounting corroded and missing (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected rear spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Nov 2023 151,631 miles

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

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil o/s n/s rears (5.3.2 (b))

slight surface rusting to underside of vehicle

Fail 23 Nov 2023 151,631 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel adjust (1.1.2 (a))

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

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil o/s n/s rears (5.3.2 (b))

slight surface rusting to underside of vehicle

Undertray likely to become detached refit (6.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2022 146,156 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

slight play in n/s drop arm

surface rusting to underside of vehicle

Fail 12 Dec 2022 146,156 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

slight play in n/s drop arm

surface rusting to underside of vehicle

Leaf spring to axle fixings loose to the extent that relative movement is visible retighten rear u bolts (5.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2021 139,411 miles

both chassis rails corroded

o/s front inner arch corroded slightly

Pass 10 Dec 2020 133,534 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2020 133,534 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working bulb (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2019 127,048 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2019 127,048 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear and both rears (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Dec 2018 118,036 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2018 118,036 miles

Exhaust system insecure replace mounting (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play adjust (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play adjust (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2017 108,127 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2017 108,127 miles

Rear reflector missing replaced (1.5.1a)

Exhaust system not adequately supported replace rear mounting (7.1.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 May 2016 95,833 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

items removed from drivers view prior to test

oil leak from engine

Pass 28 May 2015 91,833 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 89,734 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Apr 2014 89,734 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring cracked (2.4.B.1a)

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2013 83,783 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 76,390 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 66,475 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 57,041 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 42,898 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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MD55 DVW is a 2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab in Blue with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MD55 DVW, 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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MD55 DVW is a 2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab, first registered on 22 December 2005.

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