2016 Mitsubishi L200 2.4L Diesel · KW61 ADE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a recent decline regarding corrosion and suspension integrity. While it passed its most recent test in July 2025 at 137,252 miles, this followed a failure just eight days prior at 136,835 miles. That failure revealed significant corrosion on both sidesside brake pipes and a serious fluid leak on the nearside rear shock absorber, indicating that the previous owner only addressed mechanical wear and rust issues once they necessitated an inspection failure. At 137,252 miles over ten years, this L200 has averaged approximately 13,700 miles per year, which reflects consistent commercial or heavy use. The mileage data shows accelerated wear between June 2024 and July 2025, where the vehicle covered over 20,000 miles in a single year, a sharp jump from the annual average seen in the preceding years. This high rate of use places considerable stress on the drivetrain and suspension components, explaining the recurring appearance of wear-related faults in the MOT record. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and chassis mounting points. The offside front brake pipe was flagged for corrosion and being covered in grease in 2025, while the nearside rear pipe showed excessive corrosion previously, suggesting the hydraulic lines are vulnerable to the environment and need monitoring. Furthermore, the shock absorber history has progressed from a light mist in 2022 to a serious leak by 2025, indicating the rear suspension assembly is nearing the end of its functional life. Check for further structural rust along the chassis rails to ensure the high-mileage use has not compromised the vehicle's structural integrity.