2013 Mitsubishi L200 2.5L Diesel · GU13 MDY
2013 Mitsubishi L200 (2.5L, diesel). First registered 19 Mar 2013. Recorded mileage 144,684 miles. MOT valid until 12 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI L200
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Canterbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 144,684 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GU13 MDY Key Findings
- 18 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/03/2026
- 144,684 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GU13 MDY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
18 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Mitsubishi L200 (GU13 MDY) between March 2016 and March 2026.
The record contains 12 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 13 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (8 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))”; “Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))”.
GU13 MDY Mileage History
- 19/03/201650,445 mi
- 16/03/201753,402 mi+2,957 mi
- 03/03/201868,022 mi+14,620 mi
- 12/11/201874,406 mi+6,384 mi
- 06/11/201987,434 mi+13,028 mi
- 06/11/201987,437 mi+3 mi
- 20/02/202088,008 mi+571 mi
- 21/02/202088,009 mi+1 mi
- 09/02/202196,489 mi+8,480 mi
- 13/01/2022100,724 mi+4,235 mi
- 13/01/2022100,724 mi
- 11/01/2023110,513 mi+9,789 mi
- 18/01/2024121,685 mi+11,172 mi
- 01/02/2024121,714 mi+29 mi
- 23/01/2025133,116 mi+11,402 mi
- 10/03/2025133,537 mi+421 mi
- 09/03/2026144,671 mi+11,134 mi
- 13/03/2026144,684 mi+13 mi
Average of roughly 9,440 miles per year across 18 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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- Overheating & Head Gasket Failure (Series 4)Serious
The 2.5 DI-D engine in the Series 4 is notoriously sensitive to cooling system health. Blocked radiators or failing water pumps quickly lead to overheating and head gasket failure, which can sometimes result in cracked cylinder heads.
- Suction Control Valve (SCV) FailureModerate
The SCV on the fuel pump frequently fails, causing erratic idling and stalling.
- Chassis RustSerious
Like many pickups of this era, the chassis is highly susceptible to structural corrosion if not protected.
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