2010 Mitsubishi L200 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 23,018 MOT tests, the 2010 Mitsubishi L200 recorded a 72.5% pass rate. That is effectively the same as pick-up trucks of a similar age (27.1% 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 19.8% of tests against 14.1% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are rigid brake pipes, position lamp and ball joint — rigid brake pipes alone was recorded 2,743 times.
A 150k+ example is materially riskier than a 0-30k one: 29.3% versus 14.8%.
Brakes is the most common advisory, noted on 41.4% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 26.1% of tests failed in 2021 against 29.4% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 19.8% | 4,560 |
| 2 | Suspension | 14.1% | 3,238 |
| 3 | Brakes | 11.5% | 2,648 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 8.3% | 1,904 |
| 5 | Visibility | 5.2% | 1,199 |
| 6 | Tyres | 3.1% | 707 |
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 | 2,743 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 2,162 |
| 3 | Ball joint | 1,901 |
| 4 | Rear fog lamp | 1,748 |
| 5 | Joints | 1,507 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 1,332 |
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 | 41.4% | 9,526 |
| 2 | Suspension | 29.9% | 6,892 |
| 3 | Tyres | 18.9% | 4,342 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 18.8% | 4,337 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 17.6% | 4,061 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 10.4% | 2,400 |
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 | 155 | 14.8% |
| 30-60k | 1,121 | 20.4% |
| 60-90k | 3,861 | 24.4% |
| 90-120k | 6,567 | 27.3% |
| 120-150k | 6,359 | 29.8% |
| 150k+ | 4,949 | 29.3% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 5,265 | 26.1% |
| 2022 | 5,018 | 26.5% |
| 2023 | 4,740 | 28.0% |
| 2024 | 4,264 | 28.3% |
| 2025 | 3,731 | 29.4% |
What to check before buying a 2010 L200
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 19.8% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (19.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (14.1% 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 2010 Mitsubishi L200s pass their MOT?
72.5% of the 23,018 2010 Mitsubishi L200 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 27.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2010 Mitsubishi L200?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 19.8% of tests, followed by suspension (14.1%).
Does the 2010 L200 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 14.8% in the 0-30k band to 29.3% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 23,018 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.