2019 Mitsubishi L200 2.4L Diesel · DV19 NDE

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT certificate issued on 11 February 2026 at 86,150 miles with zero defects recorded. This clean pass represents a marked improvement over the preceding two test cycles, where advisories and failures were logged. The maintenance trend is therefore improving, though the recent history reveals a pattern of deferred minor faults rather than consistent proactive upkeep. At roughly 12,300 miles per year, the annual mileage sits above the typical UK average for a light commercial vehicle of this age. The record shows a gap of approximately 11,000 miles between the February 2025 test at 75,137 miles and the February 2026 test at 86,150 miles, which is consistent with sustained heavy use. The earlier intervals, from February 2024 at 64,131 miles to February 2025 at 75,137 miles, show a similar annual accumulation of around 11,000 miles. There are no suspicious mileage gaps or reversals in the record, and the odometer progression appears genuine. Despite the clean 2026 result, the recurring nature of certain advisories warrants closer physical inspection. The offside front brake pipe was flagged as corroded and contaminated with grease or material in February 2025, a condition that can deteriorate rapidly under sustained high-mileage use. Buyers should have a technician inspect the full brake pipework, particularly along the chassis rails and at flexible hose unions, for further corrosion or weeping. The front brake discs and pads were noted as worn and thin in 2025, meaning the current components may be approaching or past their service limits again given the intervening 11,000 miles. The insecure battery advisory appeared in both 2024 and 2025, suggesting the mounting bracket or clamp may be damaged or loose; this should be checked to prevent terminal arcing or power interruption. The supplementary restraint system warning lamp fault from the 2025 failure was resolved before the pass, but a diagnostic scan should confirm no latent fault codes remain in the airbag control module. The tyre failure in February 2026, where both front tyres were below the 1.6mm legal minimum, indicates the previous owner allowed wear to progress to a critical stage before replacement. This raises questions about routine tyre pressures and alignment, so any in-person inspection should include a thorough check of suspension bushes, track rod ends, and coil springs for uneven wear patterns. The windscreen damage advisory from 2024 was cleared by the 2025 test, but a fresh inspection of the screen for fresh chips or cracks is advisable. Overall, the vehicle appears mechanically sound at present, but the history suggests a reactive rather than preventative maintenance approach. A pre-purchase inspection focusing on brake integrity, chassis corrosion, and suspension condition is strongly recommended.