2006 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2006 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab passed 70.7% of its 7,437 recorded MOT tests. That is effectively the same as pick-up trucks of a similar age (29.0% fail rate), so the MOT record here is unremarkable in either direction. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: lighting & signalling, recorded in 20.5% of tests against 16.0% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are rigid brake pipes, position lamp and joints — rigid brake pipes alone was recorded 752 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 10.0% in the 0-30k band and 30.2% in the 150k+ band, a 20.2-point spread — more than double.
Brakes is the most common advisory, noted on 43.0% 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 | 20.5% | 1,527 |
| 2 | Suspension | 16.0% | 1,192 |
| 3 | Brakes | 11.9% | 882 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 11.7% | 872 |
| 5 | Visibility | 6.0% | 445 |
| 6 | Steering | 5.7% | 425 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rigid brake pipes | 752 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 722 |
| 3 | Joints | 479 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 464 |
| 5 | Ball joint | 462 |
| 6 | Pins and bushes | 388 |
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 | 43.0% | 3,194 |
| 2 | Suspension | 41.6% | 3,093 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 25.2% | 1,872 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 23.7% | 1,760 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 20.6% | 1,533 |
| 6 | Tyres | 18.8% | 1,399 |
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 | 40 | 10.0% |
| 30-60k | 198 | 24.2% |
| 60-90k | 974 | 27.3% |
| 90-120k | 1,901 | 29.8% |
| 120-150k | 2,176 | 29.8% |
| 150k+ | 2,146 | 30.2% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,969 | 29.4% |
| 2022 | 1,808 | 29.5% |
| 2023 | 1,482 | 29.1% |
| 2024 | 1,204 | 29.5% |
| 2025 | 974 | 28.9% |
What to check before buying a 2006 L200 Double Cab
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 20.5% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (20.5% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (16.0% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Brakes (11.9% 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 2006 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cabs pass their MOT?
70.7% of the 7,437 2006 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 29.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2006 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 20.5% of tests, followed by suspension (16.0%).
Does the 2006 L200 Double Cab get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 10.0% in the 0-30k band to 30.2% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 7,437 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.