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SC05 XXL

2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab

Red Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

51,695 mi
Last recorded51,695 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2014
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab86,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC05 XXL
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL200 Double Cab
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2014 51,695 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 51,695 miles

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

Nearside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Middle exhaust bracket is broken but the exhaust is fully supported

Pass 2 Jul 2013 47,517 miles

Play in prop-shaft centre bearing

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Fail 27 Jun 2013 47,454 miles

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

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Trailer electrical socket insecure (1.9.3a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Play in prop-shaft centre bearing

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 41,805 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 35,784 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

clutch pedal rubber missing

Pass 27 Jul 2010 31,241 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2010 31,240 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2009 26,597 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 20,794 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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SC05 XXL is a 2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab in Red with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 SC05 XXL, 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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What year was SC05 XXL registered?

SC05 XXL is a 2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab, first registered on 29 July 2005.

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