2015 Mitsubishi L200 2.5L Diesel · WU15 VZF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While it passed the most recent test in March 2026 at 112,315 miles, it failed just three miles prior due to multiple significant defects. The recurrence of an inoperative engine Malfunction Indicator Lamp in both March 2025 and March 2026 suggests a persistent electrical or sensor fault that the previous owner has ignored or only addressed when forced by an MOT failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eleven-year-old utility vehicle, averaging approximately 10,200 miles per year. Between March 2024 and March 2026, the vehicle covered 5,719 miles, indicating steady but moderate use. However, the low mileage has not prevented significant degradation of rubber and metal components. The record shows repeated failures for tyres worn to the legal limit or sustaining structural damage, such as sidewall, suggesting that the owner frequently neglected basic consumable items until they reached a point of legal failure. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the braking system, as corrosion on the brake pipes has been a documented issue since at least 2024. The tester flagged excessive corrosion on the nearside and offside rear pipes in 2025, and the offside front pipe persisted into 2026. The suspension also requires attention, specifically the lower suspension arm ball joint dust covers, which were noted as severely deteriorated in 2025. These recurring issues indicate a high vulnerability to corrosion and a lack of preventative maintenance, which could lead to more expensive structural or mechanical failures if the underlying rust is not monitored closely.