2013 Mitsubishi L200 2.5L Diesel · SF63 ELJ
2013 Mitsubishi L200 (2.5L, diesel). First registered 05 Sept 2013. Recorded mileage 82,112 miles. MOT expired on 14 Jun 2023.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI L200
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 14 Jun 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 82,112 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SF63 ELJ Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/06/2022
- 82,112 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 11 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (18 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SF63 ELJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Mitsubishi L200 (SF63 ELJ) between June 2022 and June 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 16 June 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (18 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 22 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: “Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))”; “Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))”; “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))”.
SF63 ELJ Mileage History
- 16/06/202282,109 mi
- 16/06/202282,112 mi+3 mi
Average of roughly 5,145 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Mitsubishi Mitsubishi L200 (Series 4)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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
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- Chassis RustSerious
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