2010 MITSUBISHI L200 DOUBLE CAB2.5L Diesel

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, the most recent MOT on 2025‑07‑25 passed at 97 540 miles with no defects recorded. The preceding day’s test on 2025‑07‑24 failed, also without defects, and a similar pattern appeared in July 2024. The immediate retest failures followed by passes indicate minor, quickly rectified issues rather than a deteriorating condition, and the overall maintenance trend is stable. Mileage progression shows a rise from 91 729 miles in August 2023 to 97 540 miles in July 2025, averaging roughly 6 100 miles per year for a 16‑year‑old pickup. The 2023‑2024 interval added 3 695 miles over about 11 months, while the 2024‑2025 interval added 2 116 miles in just over a year, suggesting a slowing rate of wear. The MOT record is clean with no gaps, and the repeated fail‑then‑pass outcomes do not reflect a mileage‑related trend. A buyer should inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for wear, test the brake calipers for binding and examine the discs for uneven wear, and check the exhaust for corrosion. The underbody and wheel arches merit close attention for rust, given the vehicle’s age, and the battery and cooling system should be serviced. Tyre tread depth and condition also need a visual check, as tyres are consumables that may not appear in MOT defect logs. The MOT entries demonstrate that previous keepers addressed minor issues promptly, but the absence of detailed service logs means a buyer should request any available service records and confirm that oil changes, filter replacements, and timing belt or chain services were performed at recommended intervals. This ensures the drivetrain and engine remain reliable beyond the MOT’s basic safety checks.