1998 · 26 years old at test · Diesel mostly

1998 Mitsubishi L200 MOT pass rate and common faults

120 MOT tests in 2024. 52.5% passed first time, compared with 64.9% for all cars the same age.

81Well below average
Passed first time52.5%
Failed or needed repairs47.5%
Typical mileage at test132,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 120 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases8.3%
  2. Position lamp: not working8.3%
  3. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength7.5%
  4. Chassis condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced5.8%
  5. Chassis condition: or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting5.8%
  6. Rear fog lamp: not working5.0%
  7. Emissions not tested: unable to be completed4.2%
  8. Anti-roll bars - pins and bushes: pin or bush excessively worn4.2%
  9. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively4.2%
  10. Service brake imbalance: across an axle3.3%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Lights & electrics41.7%
  2. Body & chassis35.0%
  3. Suspension29.2%
  4. Brakes20.0%
  5. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)10.8%
  6. Emissions & leaks6.7%
  7. Steering5.0%
  8. Tyres5.0%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine37.5%
  2. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded33.3%
  3. Chassis condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced13.3%
  4. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases12.5%
  5. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure10.8%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year fails more often than most cars its age, so budget for repairs and check the history carefully. Before buying, check the area that fails most: exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 1998 Mitsubishi L200?

In 2024, 52.5% of 1998 Mitsubishi L200 cars passed their MOT first time, across 120 tests. The average for all 26-year-old cars was 64.9%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 1998 Mitsubishi L200?

The most common failure reasons were exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases; position lamp: not working; component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 1998 Mitsubishi L200 reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 81, which is well below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).