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Mitsubishi L200

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,477 cc

W5 BULMOT history

W5 BUL is a black diesel Mitsubishi L200 first used on 13 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 2 Jun 2026 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 149,193 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jun 2025.

W5 BUL black Mitsubishi L200 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mitsubishi L200, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 2 Jun 2026
Mileage
149,193 mi
At MOT on 3 Jun 2025
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,768 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W5 BUL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mitsubishi
Model
L200
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,477 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
13 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

W5 BUL was last recorded at 149,193 miles on 3 Jun 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,193 miles · 28 May 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,768 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 149,193 miles
  • 2024 – 143,395 miles
  • 2023 – 140,517 miles
  • 2022 – 134,095 miles
  • 2021 – 126,921 miles
  • 2019 – 120,719 miles
  • 2018 – 115,117 miles
  • 2017 – 107,381 miles
  • 2016 – 102,184 miles
  • 2015 – 92,064 miles
  • 2014 – 78,057 miles
  • 2013 – 66,201 miles
  • 2012 – 48,405 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,193 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • E.M.L on, vehicle reg before 1st july 2008

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

19 tests since 12 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,193 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    149,193 miles
    Test number
    333322427560
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail149,193 miles (+5,798)1 dangerous7 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,193 miles
    Test number
    695001331929
    • DangerousOffside Front Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass143,395 miles (+2,878)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2025
    Odometer
    143,395 miles
    Test number
    707753398252
    • AdvisoryMil light on

  4. Pass140,517 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    140,517 miles
    Test number
    903851051228
    • AdvisoryE.M.L on, vehicle reg before 1st july 2008
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail140,513 miles (+6,418)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,513 miles
    Test number
    118332083933
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryE.M.L on, vehicle reg before 1st july 2008
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass134,095 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    134,095 miles
    Test number
    554841944491
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail134,093 miles (+7,172)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,093 miles
    Test number
    644407785445
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass126,921 miles (+6,202)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    126,921 miles
    Test number
    737188986195
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass120,719 miles (+5,602)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    120,719 miles
    Test number
    655797132780
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass115,117 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    115,117 miles
    Test number
    480114480659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail115,116 miles (+7,735)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,116 miles
    Test number
    255721295550
    • MajorOffside Rear Leaf spring fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass107,381 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    107,381 miles
    Test number
    620366298129
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Fail107,381 miles (+5,197)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,381 miles
    Test number
    346986704368
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass102,184 miles (+53)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    102,184 miles
    Test number
    927487475773
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail102,131 miles (+10,067)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,131 miles
    Test number
    110085102811
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass92,064 miles (+14,007)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    92,064 miles
    Test number
    313287459655

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass78,057 miles (+11,856)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    78,057 miles
    Test number
    509519444348
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass66,201 miles (+17,796)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    66,201 miles
    Test number
    859388533372
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass48,405 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    48,405 miles
    Test number
    708434262170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about W5 BUL

Does W5 BUL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on W5 BUL expired on 2 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on W5 BUL?
The MOT on W5 BUL expired on 2 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has W5 BUL done?
W5 BUL was recorded at 149,193 miles at its MOT on 3 Jun 2025, an average of 7,768 miles a year.
Has W5 BUL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W5 BUL has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 28 May 2025.
Has the mileage on W5 BUL 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 W5 BUL find?
W5 BUL passed its latest MOT on 3 Jun 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; oil leak, but not excessive.

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