2021 Mitsubishi L200 Barbarian X Di-D Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,448 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Mitsubishi L200 Barbarian X Di-D Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, lighting & signalling and brakes. Its pass rate of 91.8% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 16.4% in the 90-120k group versus 4.7% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 4.1% | 59 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 3.8% | 55 |
| 3 | Brakes | 2.8% | 40 |
| 4 | Tyres | 1.9% | 27 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 1.3% | 19 |
| 6 | Suspension | 1.0% | 15 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 59 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 28 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 26 |
| 4 | Washers | 18 |
| 5 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 16 |
| 6 | Pins and bushes | 15 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 15.5% | 225 |
| 2 | Brakes | 12.9% | 187 |
| 3 | Other defects | 4.0% | 58 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.8% | 55 |
| 5 | Suspension | 3.8% | 55 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 1.9% | 28 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 423 | 4.7% |
| 30-60k | 706 | 9.1% |
| 60-90k | 246 | 9.3% |
| 90-120k | 61 | 16.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 31 | 6.5% |
| 2024 | 719 | 7.4% |
| 2025 | 698 | 9.0% |
What to check before buying a 2021 L200 Barbarian X Di-D Auto
Before buying a 2021 Mitsubishi L200 Barbarian X Di-D Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 4.1% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (4.1% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Lighting & signalling (3.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (2.8% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2021 Mitsubishi L200 Barbarian X Di-D Autos pass their MOT?
91.8% of the 1,448 2021 Mitsubishi L200 Barbarian X Di-D Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Mitsubishi L200 Barbarian X Di-D Auto?
Visibility, recorded in 4.1% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (3.8%).
Does the 2021 L200 Barbarian X Di-D Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 4.7% in the 0-30k band to 16.4% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,448 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.