2020 Mitsubishi L200 Barbarian X Di-D — MOT failures & pass rate
4,473 MOT tests on the 2020 Mitsubishi L200 Barbarian X Di-D are in this dataset, and 90.0% of them passed. That is effectively the same as all cars of a similar age (9.3% fail rate), so the MOT record here is unremarkable in either direction. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, visibility and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (4.4%) and visibility (4.1%) 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 washers — wipers alone was recorded 144 times.
A 90-120k example is materially riskier than a 0-30k one: 12.3% versus 4.4%.
Tyres is the most common advisory, noted on 16.7% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 4.4% | 196 |
| 2 | Visibility | 4.1% | 182 |
| 3 | Brakes | 2.8% | 125 |
| 4 | Tyres | 2.7% | 122 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 1.6% | 70 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.8% | 37 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 144 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 89 |
| 3 | Washers | 86 |
| 4 | Brake pads | 85 |
| 5 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 56 |
| 6 | Registration plate lamp(s) | 37 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 16.7% | 749 |
| 2 | Brakes | 15.0% | 669 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 5.5% | 245 |
| 4 | Visibility | 4.5% | 202 |
| 5 | Other defects | 4.2% | 186 |
| 6 | Suspension | 4.1% | 184 |
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 | 1,049 | 4.4% |
| 30-60k | 2,467 | 12.0% |
| 60-90k | 782 | 10.1% |
| 90-120k | 138 | 12.3% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 60 | 10.0% |
| 2023 | 1,407 | 7.8% |
| 2024 | 1,539 | 11.3% |
| 2025 | 1,467 | 10.6% |
What to check before buying a 2020 L200 Barbarian X Di-D
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 4.4% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (4.4% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Visibility (4.1% 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 (2.8% 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 2020 Mitsubishi L200 Barbarian X Di-Ds pass their MOT?
90.0% of the 4,473 2020 Mitsubishi L200 Barbarian X Di-D MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 10.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Mitsubishi L200 Barbarian X Di-D?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 4.4% of tests, followed by visibility (4.1%).
Does the 2020 L200 Barbarian X Di-D get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 4.4% in the 0-30k band to 12.3% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 4,473 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.