2007 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 3,877 MOT tests, the 2007 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab recorded a 70.8% pass rate. Pick-up trucks of a similar age fail at 28.8%, so the 2007 L200 Double Cab sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (19.1%) and suspension (17.2%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are rigid brake pipes, position lamp and joints — rigid brake pipes alone was recorded 372 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 23.7% of 30-60k cars fail, rising to 30.7% once past 150k.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: brakes was flagged on 45.6% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 28.5% of tests failed in 2021 against 30.1% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 19.1% | 742 |
| 2 | Suspension | 17.2% | 665 |
| 3 | Brakes | 11.5% | 446 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 10.9% | 421 |
| 5 | Visibility | 4.9% | 190 |
| 6 | Tyres | 3.6% | 138 |
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 | 372 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 334 |
| 3 | Joints | 297 |
| 4 | Ball joint | 294 |
| 5 | Rear fog lamp | 223 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 204 |
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 | 45.6% | 1,767 |
| 2 | Suspension | 39.9% | 1,546 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 21.4% | 830 |
| 4 | Tyres | 20.7% | 801 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 18.6% | 722 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 17.1% | 663 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 139 | 23.7% |
| 60-90k | 512 | 25.6% |
| 90-120k | 1,093 | 27.5% |
| 120-150k | 1,142 | 32.1% |
| 150k+ | 975 | 30.7% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 973 | 28.5% |
| 2022 | 904 | 30.1% |
| 2023 | 796 | 28.6% |
| 2024 | 650 | 29.1% |
| 2025 | 554 | 30.1% |
What to check before buying a 2007 L200 Double Cab
On a 2007 L200 Double Cab, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 19.1% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (19.1% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (17.2% 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 (11.5% 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 2007 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cabs pass their MOT?
70.8% of the 3,877 2007 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 29.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 19.1% of tests, followed by suspension (17.2%).
Does the 2007 L200 Double Cab get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 23.7% in the 30-60k band to 30.7% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 3,877 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.