2020 Mitsubishi L200 Challenger Di-D Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 397 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Mitsubishi L200 Challenger Di-D Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were brakes, lighting & signalling and visibility. Its pass rate of 88.9% was below the average for cars of a similar age (90.7%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 6.3% | 25 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 5.0% | 20 |
| 3 | Visibility | 3.5% | 14 |
| 4 | Tyres | 1.3% | 5 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.0% | 4 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.3% | 1 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brake pads | 29 |
| 2 | Wipers | 10 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 8 |
| 4 | Rear fog lamp | 6 |
| 5 | Washers | 5 |
| 6 | Attachment | 4 |
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 | 19.4% | 77 |
| 2 | Tyres | 18.1% | 72 |
| 3 | Other defects | 4.3% | 17 |
| 4 | Suspension | 3.5% | 14 |
| 5 | Visibility | 3.3% | 13 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 1.8% | 7 |
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 | 110 | 8.2% |
| 30-60k | 163 | 11.7% |
| 60-90k | 83 | 13.3% |
| 90-120k | 35 | 11.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 139 | 10.1% |
| 2024 | 135 | 11.1% |
| 2025 | 116 | 12.9% |
What to check before buying a 2020 L200 Challenger Di-D Auto
Before buying a 2020 Mitsubishi L200 Challenger Di-D Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Brakes accounted for 6.3% of tests for this year.
- Brakes (6.3% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (5.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Visibility (3.5% 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.
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 Challenger Di-D Autos pass their MOT?
88.9% of the 397 2020 Mitsubishi L200 Challenger Di-D Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 11.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Mitsubishi L200 Challenger Di-D Auto?
Brakes, recorded in 6.3% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (5.0%).
Does the 2020 L200 Challenger Di-D Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.2% in the 0-30k band to 11.4% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 397 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.