2019 MITSUBISHI L2002.4L Diesel

This 2019 Mitsubishi L200 has covered approximately 37,000 miles, which is significantly lower than the average for a vehicle of this type and age. While low mileage can suggest a lighter workload, it can also indicate long periods of inactivity or, conversely, short, stop-start journeys that place specific stress on braking and tyre components. The vehicle maintained a clean MOT record from 2022 through 2024, suggesting it was well-maintained during its early life. However, the 2025 MOT history indicates a sudden decline in condition. The failure in June 2025 due to severely worn brake pads and multiple tyre issues suggests that the vehicle may have been neglected or subjected to heavy use in the year leading up to that inspection. The trend is currently concerning because the vehicle moved from a clean record to a failure with multiple safety-critical advisories in a single year. While the 2025 pass indicates the immediate faults were rectified, the pattern of uneven tyre wear—specifically noted as being worn on the edges—is a red flag. This often points to alignment issues or suspension geometry problems that may not have been fully addressed by simply replacing the tyres. Given the low mileage, you should be wary of potential issues related to prolonged standing, such as seized components or perished rubber parts that may not have been flagged during a standard MOT. When inspecting the vehicle in person, your first priority should be to check the suspension and steering components for any signs of play or damage, as this is the most likely cause of the uneven tyre wear noted in the last inspection.