2005 Mitsubishi L200 Double CAB 2.5L Diesel · ET54 RLZ

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend of deferred repairs regarding braking and suspension components. While the most recent test in September 2021 at 136,129 miles passed, it revealed multiple critical advisories that mirror recurring issues seen in previous years. The persistence of corroded brake pipes across all four wheels suggests that the previous owner only addressed these faults when they reached the point of potential failure rather than performing preventative anti-corrosion treatments. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use-work vehicle, averaging approximately 6,500 miles per year. The record shows steady progression from 109,821 miles in 2017 to 136,129 miles in 2021. However, there is a significant gap in the data as the last recorded MOT took place nearly five years ago. As of June 2026, the vehicle is operating well beyond its test date, which presents a high risk regarding the current state of rubber components and structural integrity unseen since the last professional inspection. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the entire braking system, specifically focusing on the brake pipes that were flagged in the 2018, 2020, and 2021 tests. The presence of grease on these pipes in the past suggests an attempt to hide surface corrosion. Additionally, the front anti-roll bar bushes and the inner drive shaft CV boots showed repeated signs of deterioration between 2020 and 2021. Given the age of the vehicle and the time elapsed since the last test, the chassis and mounting points must be inspected for structural rust that may have developed beyond the previously recorded advisories.