CarVerify

Free Car Check

SM05 WVW

2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab

Black Diesel 2477cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

150,252 mi
Last recorded150,252 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2018
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab86,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mitsubishi
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM05 WVW
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL200 Double Cab
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2018 150,252 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Dec 2018 150,252 miles

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2017 138,920 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2016 135,400 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2015 131,102 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush rear bushes (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Oct 2014 127,191 miles

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

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 124,436 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 114,173 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 109,934 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 93,473 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 71,101 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 50,348 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

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

SM05 WVW is a 2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab in Black with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 SM05 WVW, 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

How do I check the history of SM05 WVW?

You can check the full history of SM05 WVW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SM05 WVW registered?

SM05 WVW is a 2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is SM05 WVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM05 WVW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SM05 WVW have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on SM05 WVW. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.