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SM08 VXU

2008 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab

Red Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

97,957 mi
Last recorded97,957 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab93,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 VXU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL200 Double Cab
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc
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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2022 97,957 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 90,757 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front tyre tread outter edge worn

Offside Front tyre tread inner edge worn

full underside of vehicle covered with underseal unable to fully inspect

Pass 6 Sep 2021 90,756 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front tyre tread outer edge worn

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front tyre tread inner edge worn

both rear leaf springs corroded

front subframe and suspension arms corroded

Fail 31 Aug 2021 90,756 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front tyre tread outer edge worn

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front tyre tread inner edge worn

both rear leaf springs corroded

front subframe and suspension arms corroded

Pass 30 Oct 2020 89,487 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Oct 2019 88,510 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2019 88,504 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded x3 (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded x3 (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 87,190 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

oil level low

Pass 30 Oct 2017 85,796 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 79,445 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded some (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 27 Sep 2016 79,445 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded some (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 73,919 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Aug 2014 66,043 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 57,813 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2013 57,813 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 14 Jul 2012 50,749 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 3 Jul 2012 50,349 miles

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 41,617 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab?

Based on 774,794 MOT tests across 49,827 vehicles.

70.2%
Pass Rate
6,676
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
49,827
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 41,357
Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush 21,750
Leaf spring fractured 21,365
Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 20,776
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 20,525
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SM08 VXU is a 2008 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab in Red with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2008 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 93,828 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 41,357 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SM08 VXU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 18 years old, this Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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SM08 VXU is a 2008 Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab, first registered on 25 June 2008.

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