2006 Mitsubishi L200 2.5L Diesel · 6501 MD

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive rather than proactive upkeep. Following the most recent test in September 2025 at 103,404 miles, the vehicle passed despite advisories for both front tyres being near the legal limit and showing uneven wear. This follows a pattern seen in 2024 where the same issue was flagged, suggesting that the owner is only addressing consumable wear once it reaches the point of failure. At approximately 20 years old, the recorded mileage of 103,404 miles represents a low average of roughly 5,170 miles per year. The data shows consistent, low-intensity usage, with only 1,714 miles driven between September 2024 and September 2025, and just 884 miles in the year preceding that. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain, long periods of standing can lead to accelerated degradation of rubber components and is consistent with the structural findings in the record. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the chassis and frame, as the tester flagged structural corrosion in 2023, 2024, and 2025. Although the record notes structural rigidity is not yet significantly reduced, the persistence of this advisory over three years indicates an ongoing process. The 2023 failure for an excessively worn offside front upper suspension arm ball joint further highlights that the suspension requires close monitoring, especially given the recurring uneven wear on the front tyres which often points to alignment issues or worn suspension bushes.