2008 Mitsubishi L200 2.5L Diesel · VU58 RVL
2008 Mitsubishi L200 (2.5L, diesel). First registered 05 Sept 2008. Recorded mileage 150,541 miles. MOT expired on 31 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI L200
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 31 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 150,541 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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VU58 RVL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/10/2025
- 150,541 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring bodywork & corrosion items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
VU58 RVL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Mitsubishi L200 (VU58 RVL) between October 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 27 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Bodywork (11 issues), Brakes (10 issues), Suspension (7 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 27 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: “Nearside Rear Leaf spring shackle pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear Leaf spring shackle pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”.
VU58 RVL Mileage History
- 18/10/2023147,370 mi
- 28/10/2023147,776 mi+406 mi
- 17/10/2024148,794 mi+1,018 mi
- 01/11/2024148,795 mi+1 mi
- 27/10/2025150,541 mi+1,746 mi
Average of roughly 1,565 miles per year across 5 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
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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