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WR05 EJL

2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab

Silver Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

95,344 mi
Last recorded95,344 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab86,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR05 EJL
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL200 Double Cab
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 95,344 miles

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

centre body mounts corroded

Fail 5 Nov 2025 95,064 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both centres (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 88,047 miles

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

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

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2023 81,143 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 20 Nov 2023 81,018 miles

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

Front Inner Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.1.3 (d))

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

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

Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Steering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) steering idler (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2022 73,987 miles

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

Fail 15 Nov 2022 73,987 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Water (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 68,364 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Front to rear chassis and cross members and surrounding areas (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 11 Nov 2021 68,277 miles

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

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened Mounts corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Cross member by spair wheel (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Front to rear chassis and cross members and surrounding areas (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 64,266 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 59,386 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 54,690 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Fail 2 Nov 2018 54,690 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 3 Nov 2017 49,859 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All suspension components corroded (2.4.G.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion All chassis front to rear and cross member (6.1.B.2)

Fail 3 Nov 2017 49,842 miles

Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Cross member by spare wheel (6.1.B.2)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All suspension components corroded (2.4.G.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion All chassis front to rear and cross member (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 Nov 2016 44,877 miles

265 / 70 / 16 tyres fitted

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion All chassis (6.1.B.2)

Fail 11 Nov 2016 44,877 miles

265 / 70 / 16 tyres fitted

Headlamp aim too high Both (1.8)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion All chassis (6.1.B.2)

Pass 2 Dec 2015 41,242 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2015 41,242 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Chassis (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 37,634 miles

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

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

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 27 Nov 2013 34,524 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

o/s/f shock absorber shroud corroded and holed

vehicle showing signs of corrosion

Pass 29 Nov 2012 30,885 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 26,443 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 19,540 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting 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 29 Apr 2009 15,045 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 11,717 miles

Slight corrosion both front brake discs inner surfaces

Wiperblades splitting

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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WR05 EJL is a 2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab in Silver with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 WR05 EJL, 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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WR05 EJL is a 2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab, first registered on 27 May 2005.

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