2013 Mitsubishi L200 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 24,693 MOT tests, the 2013 Mitsubishi L200 recorded a 77.9% pass rate. Pick-up trucks of a similar age fail at 22.8%, so the 2013 L200 sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 17.2% of all tests — 8.2 points clear of brakes, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are rigid brake pipes, rear fog lamp and position lamp — rigid brake pipes alone was recorded 2,142 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 11.2% in the 0-30k band and 27.8% in the 150k+ band, a 16.6-point spread — more than double.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: brakes was flagged on 31.7% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 19.6% of tests failed in 2021 against 25.3% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 17.2% | 4,237 |
| 2 | Brakes | 8.9% | 2,211 |
| 3 | Suspension | 8.5% | 2,090 |
| 4 | Visibility | 4.2% | 1,042 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 3.8% | 941 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 3.1% | 772 |
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 | 2,142 |
| 2 | Rear fog lamp | 2,072 |
| 3 | Position lamp | 1,946 |
| 4 | Ball joint | 930 |
| 5 | Shock absorbers | 925 |
| 6 | Wipers | 893 |
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 | 31.7% | 7,830 |
| 2 | Suspension | 19.5% | 4,808 |
| 3 | Tyres | 17.9% | 4,415 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 10.2% | 2,527 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 10.0% | 2,459 |
| 6 | Other defects | 7.3% | 1,810 |
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 | 501 | 11.2% |
| 30-60k | 3,260 | 15.3% |
| 60-90k | 7,814 | 20.4% |
| 90-120k | 7,608 | 24.2% |
| 120-150k | 3,772 | 26.3% |
| 150k+ | 1,731 | 27.8% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 5,262 | 19.6% |
| 2022 | 5,179 | 20.5% |
| 2023 | 5,000 | 22.0% |
| 2024 | 4,803 | 23.8% |
| 2025 | 4,449 | 25.3% |
What to check before buying a 2013 L200
On a 2013 L200, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 17.2% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (17.2% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (8.9% 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.
- Suspension (8.5% 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 2013 Mitsubishi L200s pass their MOT?
77.9% of the 24,693 2013 Mitsubishi L200 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 22.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2013 Mitsubishi L200?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 17.2% of tests, followed by brakes (8.9%).
Does the 2013 L200 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 11.2% in the 0-30k band to 27.8% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 24,693 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.