2011 Mitsubishi L200 — MOT failures & pass rate
27,296 MOT tests on the 2011 Mitsubishi L200 are in this dataset, and 73.5% of them passed. Pick-up trucks of a similar age fail at 25.9%, so the 2011 L200 sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 20.0% of all tests — 6.8 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are rigid brake pipes, position lamp and rear fog lamp — rigid brake pipes alone was recorded 3,022 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 14.5% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 29.2% once past 150k — 2.0× the risk.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: brakes was flagged on 39.5% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 24.0% of tests failed in 2021 against 28.1% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 20.0% | 5,464 |
| 2 | Suspension | 13.2% | 3,604 |
| 3 | Brakes | 10.9% | 2,977 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 6.9% | 1,870 |
| 5 | Visibility | 4.8% | 1,306 |
| 6 | Tyres | 2.8% | 765 |
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 | 3,022 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 2,596 |
| 3 | Rear fog lamp | 2,435 |
| 4 | Ball joint | 2,071 |
| 5 | Joints | 1,394 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 1,118 |
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 | 39.5% | 10,769 |
| 2 | Suspension | 27.8% | 7,578 |
| 3 | Tyres | 18.1% | 4,953 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 16.8% | 4,591 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 14.9% | 4,057 |
| 6 | Other defects | 9.4% | 2,572 |
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 | 179 | 14.5% |
| 30-60k | 1,792 | 20.2% |
| 60-90k | 5,271 | 23.5% |
| 90-120k | 8,531 | 27.2% |
| 120-150k | 6,520 | 28.1% |
| 150k+ | 4,997 | 29.2% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 6,027 | 24.0% |
| 2022 | 5,935 | 26.2% |
| 2023 | 5,621 | 27.0% |
| 2024 | 5,151 | 27.9% |
| 2025 | 4,562 | 28.1% |
What to check before buying a 2011 L200
On a 2011 L200, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 20.0% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (20.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (13.2% 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 (10.9% 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 2011 Mitsubishi L200s pass their MOT?
73.5% of the 27,296 2011 Mitsubishi L200 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 26.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2011 Mitsubishi L200?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 20.0% of tests, followed by suspension (13.2%).
Does the 2011 L200 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 14.5% in the 0-30k band to 29.2% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 27,296 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.