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AE53 FOA

2003 Mitsubishi L200

Black Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2021
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

105,977 mi
Last recorded105,977 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi L20082,946 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 FOA
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL200
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2019 105,977 miles

Complete underside of vehicle corroded.

Fuel tank mounting corroded.

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 27 Jun 2019 105,976 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Inner sill. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Inner sill. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Complete underside of vehicle corroded.

Fuel tank mounting corroded.

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Jun 2018 105,441 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2018 105,441 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark fluid low in cylder (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Brake performance not tested due to fluid loss. (1.2.1 (g))

Rear Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system pipes leaking a corroded/ four pipes from valve (1.1.11 (b) (i))

Rear Brake valve leaking such that brake functionality is affected (1.1.7 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 May 2017 104,655 miles

corrosion under car

Fail 19 May 2017 104,623 miles

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings jacking beam (6.1.B.2)

corrosion under car

Pass 10 Dec 2015 102,782 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 101,065 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 99,693 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

corrosion on offside rear metal brake pipes joining compensating valve

Fail 7 Feb 2014 99,656 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Trailer electrical socket damaged so that lead cannot be securely connected (1.9.3b)

Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

corrosion on offside rear metal brake pipes joining compensating valve

Pass 17 Jan 2013 96,381 miles

corrosion starting on rear metal brake pipes around compensating valve

oil level on minimum

Fail 17 Jan 2013 96,381 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

corrosion starting on rear metal brake pipes around compensating valve

oil level on minimum

Pass 17 Jan 2012 90,617 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 17 Jan 2012 90,617 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 30 Nov 2010 82,534 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 66,981 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 3 Dec 2008 58,655 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 41,678 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 22,940 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi L200?

Based on 1,362,678 MOT tests across 122,130 vehicles.

74.1%
Pass Rate
7,398
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
122,130
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 34,324
position lamp(s) not working 20,464
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19,949
Leaf spring fractured 19,317
Registration plate lamp not working 17,273
Full Mitsubishi L200 reliability report

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AE53 FOA is a 2003 Mitsubishi L200 in Black with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi L200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 82,946 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi L200 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 34,324 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE53 FOA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi L200 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Mitsubishi L200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE53 FOA registered?

AE53 FOA is a 2003 Mitsubishi L200, first registered on 4 November 2003.

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