2014 Mitsubishi L200 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 29,833 MOT tests analysed for the 2014 Mitsubishi L200, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension. Its pass rate of 79.8% was above the average for pick-up trucks of a similar age (78.7%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 29.2% in the 150k+ group versus 7.7% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 16.7% | 4,975 |
| 2 | Brakes | 8.7% | 2,583 |
| 3 | Suspension | 6.4% | 1,901 |
| 4 | Visibility | 4.2% | 1,246 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 3.8% | 1,130 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 2.8% | 820 |
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 | 2,668 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 2,544 |
| 3 | Rear fog lamp | 2,222 |
| 4 | Wipers | 1,058 |
| 5 | Shock absorbers | 869 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 826 |
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 | 31.6% | 9,435 |
| 2 | Tyres | 17.4% | 5,179 |
| 3 | Suspension | 15.7% | 4,687 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 9.6% | 2,857 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 7.6% | 2,272 |
| 6 | Other defects | 6.6% | 1,954 |
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 | 691 | 7.7% |
| 30-60k | 5,610 | 14.0% |
| 60-90k | 11,246 | 19.7% |
| 90-120k | 7,947 | 22.9% |
| 120-150k | 3,219 | 25.5% |
| 150k+ | 1,109 | 29.2% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 6,144 | 16.6% |
| 2022 | 6,149 | 18.1% |
| 2023 | 6,028 | 20.4% |
| 2024 | 5,924 | 23.0% |
| 2025 | 5,588 | 23.2% |
What to check before buying a 2014 L200
Before buying a 2014 Mitsubishi L200, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 16.7% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (16.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (8.7% 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 (6.4% 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 2014 Mitsubishi L200s pass their MOT?
79.8% of the 29,833 2014 Mitsubishi L200 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 20.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2014 Mitsubishi L200?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 16.7% of tests, followed by brakes (8.7%).
Does the 2014 L200 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.7% in the 0-30k band to 29.2% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 29,833 MOT tests. 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.