2008 Mitsubishi L200 2.5L Diesel · STS 13S

The vehicle demonstrates an improving maintenance trend, with the most recent MOT passed on 20 October 2025 at 151,001 miles showing no defects. This follows a period of instability between 2019 and 2024 where the vehicle faced multiple failures involving lighting, tyres, and brake components. The absence of advisories or defects in the latest test suggests that previous mechanical issues have been addressed and the vehicle is currently in a stable condition regarding its primary safety systems. The mileage accumulation is consistent with an 18-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,400 miles per year. The record shows steady usage, with the distance increasing from 83,745 miles in January 2014 to the current 151,001 miles. There are no significant gaps in the testing history that would suggest long periods of inactivity, though the jump between 2014 and 2015 shows a more significant annual increase compared to the later, more consistent intervals. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on the braking system and chassis integrity. The 2024 test at 148,309 miles flagged corrosion on the nearside front, offside front, and rear brake pipes, alongside wear in the rear leaf spring shackle bushes. While the 2025 test indicates these issues were rectified, the recurring nature of brake pipe corrosion, first noted in 2020, suggests the vehicle is susceptible to fluid line degradation. Thoroughly checking for signs of weeping or surface rust on the brake lines and ensuring the leaf spring bushes are free from excessive play is essential. Suspension components also require scrutiny. The vehicle has a history of ball joint wear and binding brakes, specifically noted during the 2022 failure at 142,683 miles. Although the current record is clean, the previous failures involving the nearside front upper suspension arm and anti-roll bar linkages indicate that the steering and suspension geometry are high-wear areas for this Mitsubishi. Inspecting all bushings, ball joints, and the condition of the underside for structural corrosion will provide a more complete picture of the vehicle's long-term durability.