2012 Mitsubishi L200 2.5L Diesel · YR62 KWN
2012 Mitsubishi L200 (2.5L, diesel). First registered 26 Nov 2012. Recorded mileage 102,477 miles. MOT valid until 13 Nov 2027.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI L200
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Sheffield
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 Nov 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 102,477 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YR62 KWN Key Findings
- 19 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/10/2026
- 102,477 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (16 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YR62 KWN MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
19 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Mitsubishi L200 (YR62 KWN) between November 2015 and October 2026.
The record contains 12 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 30 October 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (16 issues), Brakes (11 issues), Suspension (9 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 20 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 Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))”; “Nearside Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))”.
YR62 KWN Mileage History
- 10/11/201526,501 mi
- 10/11/201526,501 mi
- 16/11/201634,285 mi+7,784 mi
- 16/11/201634,285 mi
- 15/11/201741,876 mi+7,591 mi
- 06/11/201849,680 mi+7,804 mi
- 09/11/201849,859 mi+179 mi
- 18/11/201958,194 mi+8,335 mi
- 16/10/202065,022 mi+6,828 mi
- 13/10/202171,825 mi+6,803 mi
- 14/10/202171,831 mi+6 mi
- 10/10/202279,394 mi+7,563 mi
- 10/10/202279,394 mi
- 07/11/202387,299 mi+7,905 mi
- 05/11/202494,038 mi+6,739 mi
- 07/11/202494,038 mi
- 14/11/2025100,583 mi+6,545 mi
- 21/10/2026102,472 mi+1,889 mi
- 30/10/2026102,477 mi+5 mi
Average of roughly 6,925 miles per year across 19 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: 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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