1995 Mitsubishi L200: common problems and MOT failures
What MOT testers find on the Mitsubishi L200 first registered in 1995: we looked at the 105 MOTs these cars had during 2023–2025. Plus known faults and what to look at before you buy one.
Small sample: there were only 105 MOTs of these cars during 2023–2025, so treat the percentages as rough. The known faults below don't depend on it.
Common 1995 Mitsubishi L200 MOT failures and advisories
The share of 1995 Mitsubishi L200 MOT tests where testers flagged each area, as a fail or an advisory. Rough prices are typical independent-garage costs.
- Suspension43% of testsRough price £120–£400
At the viewing: Listen for knocks over speed bumps, and look behind each front wheel for a snapped coil spring.
- Lights and electrics39% of testsRough price £10–£80
At the viewing: Ask a friend to check every light, including brake lights and indicators, while you operate them.
- Brakes35% of testsRough price £150–£350
At the viewing: Look for a lip on the disc edges and feel for judder or pulling when braking firmly from about 40mph.
- Rust and bodywork25% of testsRough price £150–£1,000
At the viewing: Check the sills, wheel arches and underneath for rust, and look along the panels for uneven gaps or paint.
- Tyres19% of testsRough price £70–£150
At the viewing: Check the tread on all four tyres, including the inside edges, and look for cracks or bulges.
- Steering17% of testsRough price £100–£450
At the viewing: On a straight road the steering wheel should sit straight. Feel for play or knocking when turning.
Questions to ask the seller before buying a 1995 Mitsubishi L200
Ask before you travel to see it. A seller who knows the car will have answers, and receipts.
- Can I see the service history and receipts for any big jobs?
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Other years
Every year of the Mitsubishi L200 compared
| Year | MOT tests | Most flagged |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 5,244 | Tyres 18% |
| 2020 | 14,166 | Tyres 18% |
| 2019 | 26,516 | Brakes 21% |
| 2018 | 23,518 | Brakes 25% |
| 2017 | 24,181 | Brakes 29% |
| 2016 | 19,832 | Brakes 31% |
| 2015 | 19,682 | Brakes 37% |
| 2014 | 14,059 | Brakes 40% |
| 2013 | 11,242 | Brakes 40% |
| 2012 | 8,792 | Brakes 44% |
| 2011 | 12,387 | Brakes 47% |
| 2010 | 11,056 | Brakes 49% |
| 2009 | 7,291 | Brakes 50% |
| 2008 | 7,931 | Brakes 50% |
| 2007 | 12,215 | Suspension 51% |
| 2006 | 14,958 | Suspension 51% |
| 2005 | 8,985 | Suspension 52% |
| 2004 | 6,869 | Suspension 49% |
| 2003 | 4,966 | Lights and electrics 48% |
| 2002 | 2,470 | Lights and electrics 49% |
| 2001 | 1,305 | Brakes 47% |
| 2000 | 729 | Suspension 47% |
| 1999 | 472 | Suspension 50% |
| 1998 | 359 | Suspension 49% |
| 1997 | 329 | Brakes 45% |
Where this comes from: the DVSA's anonymised results for every MOT test done in Great Britain during 2023–2025, counting the MOTs of Mitsubishi L200 cars first registered in 1995. "Flagged" includes advisories, so it isn't the same as a fail rate. How we score