2000 Mitsubishi L200 — MOT failures & pass rate
1,114 MOT tests on the 2000 Mitsubishi L200 are in this dataset, and 70.7% of them passed. Pick-up trucks of a similar age fail at 28.4%, so the 2000 L200 sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, body, structure & corrosion and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 22.3% of all tests — 5.6 points clear of body, structure & corrosion, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are position lamp, component mounting prescribed areas and chassis condition — position lamp alone was recorded 121 times.
A 150k+ example is materially riskier than a 30-60k one: 32.9% versus 11.1%.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 39.8% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 28.7% of tests failed in 2021 against 31.3% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 22.3% | 248 |
| 2 | Body, structure & corrosion | 16.6% | 185 |
| 3 | Suspension | 15.5% | 173 |
| 4 | Brakes | 13.1% | 146 |
| 5 | Visibility | 7.6% | 85 |
| 6 | Steering | 6.1% | 68 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Position lamp | 121 |
| 2 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 113 |
| 3 | Chassis condition | 112 |
| 4 | Rigid brake pipes | 104 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 73 |
| 6 | Service brake performance | 70 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 39.8% | 443 |
| 2 | Brakes | 38.3% | 427 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 36.1% | 402 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 34.6% | 386 |
| 5 | Tyres | 16.4% | 183 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 15.2% | 169 |
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 | 36 | 11.1% |
| 60-90k | 163 | 24.5% |
| 90-120k | 233 | 26.6% |
| 120-150k | 260 | 31.9% |
| 150k+ | 416 | 32.9% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 293 | 28.7% |
| 2022 | 289 | 29.8% |
| 2023 | 224 | 28.6% |
| 2024 | 177 | 28.8% |
| 2025 | 131 | 31.3% |
What to check before buying a 2000 L200
On a 2000 L200, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 22.3% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (22.3% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Body, structure & corrosion (16.6% of tests): The one to take seriously on older cars — corrosion to structural areas can be costly and is an MOT failure. Typical repair: £200–£1,500+.
- Suspension (15.5% 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.
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 2000 Mitsubishi L200s pass their MOT?
70.7% of the 1,114 2000 Mitsubishi L200 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 29.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2000 Mitsubishi L200?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 22.3% of tests, followed by body, structure & corrosion (16.6%).
Does the 2000 L200 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 11.1% in the 30-60k band to 32.9% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,114 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.