Mitsubishi L200 double cab
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 22 years from 18,190 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
76%
Total Tests
18,190
Best Year
2018 (97%)
Years Covered
22
About the Mitsubishi L200 double cab
The Mitsubishi L200 double cab has been tested 18,190 times in 2026 MOT data across 22 model years (1998 to 2019), with an average pass rate of 76%. That's 6 points below the national average of 82%, so check the year-by-year data carefully before buying. Available as diesel.
Best and Worst Years
The 2018 model is the most reliable with a 97% pass rate from 30 tests. The 1998 model has the lowest at 66%. With a 31 point spread, choosing the right year makes a big difference to reliability.
Reliability Trend
Newer MITSUBISHI L200 DOUBLE CABs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 6 percentage points.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (1998) averages 120,371 miles, while the newest (2019) averages 68,779 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.
Compared to the Mitsubishi brand average of 80%, the L200 double cab is 4 points lower, placing it among the less reliable Mitsubishi models.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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Mitsubishi L200 double cab by Year
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| Year | Pass Rate | Tests | Avg Mileage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 80% | 45 | 68,779 mi | |
| 2018 | 97% | 30 | 92,619 mi | |
| 2017 | 85% | 86 | 77,822 mi | |
| 2016 | 90% | 90 | 69,865 mi | |
| 2015 | 82% | 55 | 80,261 mi | |
| 2014 | 79% | 39 | 92,992 mi | |
| 2013 | 76% | 46 | 85,556 mi | |
| 2012 | 78% | 73 | 100,248 mi | |
| 2011 | 75% | 550 | 122,272 mi | |
| 2010 | 75% | 1,054 | 126,507 mi | |
| 2009 | 72% | 678 | 130,492 mi | |
| 2008 | 73% | 649 | 134,802 mi | |
| 2007 | 71% | 1,001 | 130,228 mi | |
| 2006 | 71% | 1,874 | 134,839 mi | |
| 2005 | 71% | 4,246 | 126,432 mi | |
| 2004 | 72% | 3,201 | 125,223 mi | |
| 2003 | 73% | 2,572 | 125,677 mi | |
| 2002 | 69% | 1,064 | 136,676 mi | |
| 2001 | 67% | 505 | 132,657 mi | |
| 2000 | 74% | 184 | 136,386 mi | |
| 1999 | 78% | 107 | 141,669 mi | |
| 1998 | 66% | 41 | 120,371 mi |
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