Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab: suspension MOT failures
Suspension was a recorded failure area in 14.5% of Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 2000, 2005 cars.
Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair cost: £150–£450 per corner (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Suspension failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 297 | 14.1% |
| 2000 | 858 | 16.9% |
| 2004 | 14,989 | 13.5% |
| 2005 | 18,382 | 14.2% |
Methodology & source. 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.