2019 Mitsubishi L200 Barbarian X Di-D — MOT failures & pass rate
2,460 MOT tests on the 2019 Mitsubishi L200 Barbarian X Di-D are in this dataset, and 92.4% of them passed. All cars of a similar age fail 10.2% of the time, so this is 2.6pp better than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, visibility and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (3.7%) and visibility (2.8%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are wipers, headlamp aim and registration plate lamp(s) — wipers alone was recorded 61 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 5.9% in the 0-30k band and 13.1% in the 90-120k band, a 7.2-point spread — more than double.
Brakes is the most common advisory, noted on 14.3% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 6.0% of tests failed in 2022 against 8.3% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 3.7% | 91 |
| 2 | Visibility | 2.8% | 68 |
| 3 | Brakes | 2.4% | 59 |
| 4 | Tyres | 1.5% | 36 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 1.2% | 30 |
| 6 | Suspension | 1.1% | 27 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 61 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 40 |
| 3 | Registration plate lamp(s) | 33 |
| 4 | Washers | 27 |
| 5 | Brake pads | 26 |
| 6 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 25 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 14.3% | 352 |
| 2 | Tyres | 13.8% | 339 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 5.7% | 139 |
| 4 | Suspension | 4.6% | 114 |
| 5 | Other defects | 4.2% | 102 |
| 6 | Visibility | 3.2% | 79 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 747 | 5.9% |
| 30-60k | 1,121 | 7.7% |
| 60-90k | 468 | 8.8% |
| 90-120k | 99 | 13.1% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 603 | 6.0% |
| 2023 | 644 | 7.9% |
| 2024 | 611 | 8.2% |
| 2025 | 602 | 8.3% |
What to check before buying a 2019 L200 Barbarian X Di-D
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 3.7% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (3.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Visibility (2.8% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Brakes (2.4% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2019 Mitsubishi L200 Barbarian X Di-Ds pass their MOT?
92.4% of the 2,460 2019 Mitsubishi L200 Barbarian X Di-D MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Mitsubishi L200 Barbarian X Di-D?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 3.7% of tests, followed by visibility (2.8%).
Does the 2019 L200 Barbarian X Di-D get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.9% in the 0-30k band to 13.1% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,460 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.