2014 Mitsubishi L200 2.5L Diesel · DV64 XTS

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent MOT test on 22 May 2023 at 69,331 miles resulted in a failure for a non-functional position lamp and a worn offside rear tyre. While these issues were rectified to secure a pass, the recurring nature of tyre defects suggests the owner only addresses mechanical faults when they threaten the MOT certificate. The mileage profile is notably low for a 12-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,778 miles per year. There is a significant gap in data between September 2019 at 15,369 miles and December 2020 at 44,563 miles, where the vehicle covered nearly 30,000 miles in just fifteen months. This burst of high use followed by periods of lower mileage can sometimes stress aged rubber components, such as bushings and seals, which may suffer from dry rot or lack of movement despite the low overall odometer reading. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the braking system, as the tester flagged the offside front service brake as binding in December 2020. This condition often indicates a seized caliper piston or corroded slider pins which can cause uneven wear. The repeated mention of the offside rear tyre being worn on the edge across both 2020 and 2023 points to a potentially persistent alignment issue or worn suspension components that have not been properly diagnosed. Check the chassis for structural corrosion, as low-mileage records do not protect a vehicle from rust if it has sat in damp environments.