2012 Mitsubishi L200 2.5L Diesel · SM62 LBA

The vehicle's current roadworthiness is currently failing, as the most recent MOT test on 19 September 2023 at 52,000 miles was PASSED. This indicates that while the vehicle has been maintained at a low frequency, the recent failure on 18 September 2023 at 147,969 miles suggests that the last inspection was performed too late to catch a critical issue. The MOT history shows a clear pattern of failure, with the 18th test being the only one that failed, followed by two subsequent failures on 7 October 2022 and 14 October 2022 at 134,424 miles. This sequence demonstrates a trend of worsening mechanical condition, as the vehicle has not had a clean MOT in over two years. The mileage accumulation rate is significant, with the vehicle averaging approximately 10,569 miles per year. This is consistent with its age of roughly 14 years, but the rapid accumulation of miles since the most recent test suggests that the owner has maintained the car very little. The gap between the 18th and 14th test dates of 147,969 miles highlights a lack of regular maintenance, which is likely to have exacerbated wear on the drivetrain and suspension components. Given the history of multiple failures, particularly the 18th test at 147,969 miles, the buyer should inspect the vehicle for structural integrity and mechanical wear immediately. The most likely issues include binding rear brakes, worn suspension bushings, or structural corrosion in the chassis. The 18th test at 147,969 miles was the most recent, so any structural problems that have occurred since then must be addressed before the vehicle can be sold.