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Mitsubishi L200 Double CAB

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,477 cc

T185 RDLMOT history

T185 RDL is a green diesel Mitsubishi L200 Double CAB first used on 15 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 35 MOT tests, with 152,591 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Sept 2027
Mileage
152,591 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
35
21 passed · 14 failed
Per year
5,109 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T185 RDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mitsubishi
Model
L200 Double CAB
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,477 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T185 RDL was last recorded at 152,591 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,585 miles · 17 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
5,109 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 152,591 miles
  • 2025 – 146,276 miles
  • 2024 – 140,970 miles
  • 2023 – 133,841 miles
  • 2022 – 130,762 miles
  • 2021 – 126,597 miles
  • 2020 – 122,509 miles
  • 2019 – 120,275 miles
  • 2018 – 116,885 miles
  • 2017 – 110,729 miles
  • 2016 – 103,208 miles
  • 2015 – 97,552 miles
  • 2014 – 90,330 miles
  • 2013 – 84,062 miles
  • 2012 – 77,846 miles
  • 2011 – 71,505 miles
  • 2010 – 65,495 miles
  • 2009 – 61,370 miles
  • 2008 – 56,392 miles
  • 2007 – 52,150 miles
  • 2006 – 47,500 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,591 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Body (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryUnder body very dirty make full corrosion inspection difficultRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

35 tests since 27 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,591 miles (+6)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    152,591 miles
    Test number
    522675240108
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Body (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body very dirty make full corrosion inspection difficult

  2. Fail152,585 miles (+6,309)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,585 miles
    Test number
    167316301655
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Body (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body very dirty make full corrosion inspection difficult

  3. Pass146,276 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    146,276 miles
    Test number
    902024497234
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced Rear section front mountings weak with corrosion (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail146,276 miles (+5,306)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,276 miles
    Test number
    455508062186
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced Rear section front mountings weak with corrosion (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass140,970 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    140,970 miles
    Test number
    126830264994
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail140,970 miles (+7,129)3 dangerous4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,970 miles
    Test number
    223011751734
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Leaf spring main leaf fractured (5.3.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded bulk head (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Cross-member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass133,841 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    133,841 miles
    Test number
    126415599631
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail133,841 miles (+3,079)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,841 miles
    Test number
    314035622446
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass130,762 miles (+4,165)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    130,762 miles
    Test number
    193063920014
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle very dirty making it difficult to fully inspect some components

  10. Pass126,597 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    126,597 miles
    Test number
    452773510275
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBody rusty

  11. Fail126,597 miles (+4,088)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,597 miles
    Test number
    154885298499
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBody rusty

  12. Pass122,509 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    122,509 miles
    Test number
    341522933242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail122,509 miles (+2,234)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,509 miles
    Test number
    155039997132
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass120,275 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    120,275 miles
    Test number
    211563432900
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  15. Fail120,272 miles (+3,387)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,272 miles
    Test number
    674280142631
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  16. Pass116,885 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    116,885 miles
    Test number
    367744429943
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  17. Fail116,885 miles (+6,156)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,885 miles
    Test number
    740547906121
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light lens cracked

  18. Pass110,729 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    110,729 miles
    Test number
    957932003831
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  19. Fail110,729 miles (+7,521)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,729 miles
    Test number
    394266096191
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases downpipe (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Lower Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  20. Pass103,208 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    103,208 miles
    Test number
    434979427287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail103,208 miles (+5,656)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,208 miles
    Test number
    384452484651
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  22. Pass97,552 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    97,552 miles
    Test number
    419200855071
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Fail97,552 miles (+7,222)2 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,552 miles
    Test number
    508719645029
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass90,330 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    90,330 miles
    Test number
    658887654003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail90,330 miles (+6,268)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,330 miles
    Test number
    629095554029
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)
    • FailureNearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn

  26. Pass84,062 miles (+6,216)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    84,062 miles
    Test number
    735025563039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass77,846 miles (+6,341)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    77,846 miles
    Test number
    596759362073
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  28. Pass71,505 miles (+6,010)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    71,505 miles
    Test number
    167157661497
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  29. Pass65,495 miles (+4,125)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    65,495 miles
    Test number
    582448060052
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • NoteEngine/gearbox mounting(s) defective
    • NoteLift in near side front lower steering/suspension swival
    • NoteNear side front outer drive shaft boot split

  30. Pass61,370 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    61,370 miles
    Test number
    953682379013
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteLift in both front lower suspension arm outer steering swival joints
    • NoteNear side front 4wd drive shaft outer boot split
    • NoteNear side front brake caliper slider lower boot missing

  31. Fail61,370 miles (+4,978)6 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,370 miles
    Test number
    353935669050
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Leaf spring has excessive wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Leaf spring has excessive wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteLift in both front lower suspension arm outer steering swival joints
    • NoteNear side front 4wd drive shaft outer boot split
    • NoteNear side front brake caliper slider lower boot missing

  32. Pass56,392 miles (+4,242)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    56,392 miles
    Test number
    441786068035
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  33. Pass52,150 miles (+4,650)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    52,150 miles
    Test number
    640965967040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass47,500 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    47,500 miles
    Test number
    151548856432
    • NoteHandbrake travel /offside rear spring bushes /nearside bottom shock bushes

  35. Fail47,500 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,500 miles
    Test number
    624778956046
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteHandbrake travel /offside rear spring bushes /nearside bottom shock bushes

Questions about T185 RDL

Does T185 RDL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T185 RDL is valid until 22 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T185 RDL?
The MOT on T185 RDL is valid until 22 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T185 RDL done?
T185 RDL was recorded at 152,591 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 5,109 miles a year.
Has T185 RDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T185 RDL has failed 14 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T185 RDL ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T185 RDL find?
T185 RDL passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside rear leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front inner suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch, and 3 more.

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