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AK04 BFZ

2004 Mitsubishi L200

Black Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

93,019 mi
Last recorded93,019 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi L20081,300 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK04 BFZ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL200
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 93,019 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2026 92,875 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mount area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mount area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Steering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2025 88,411 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 83,134 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 76,152 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2022 70,265 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Feb 2022 70,265 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 64,351 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Feb 2021 64,219 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2020 58,128 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 51,794 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 47,118 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 44,933 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 43,098 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2016 43,049 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 10 Feb 2015 41,135 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 39,151 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 37,370 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 34,656 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 32,338 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 29,942 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 26,836 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 23,302 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 18,678 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
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AK04 BFZ is a 2004 Mitsubishi L200 in Black with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2004 Mitsubishi L200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 81,300 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AK04 BFZ, 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 22 years old, this Mitsubishi L200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AK04 BFZ is a 2004 Mitsubishi L200, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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