2019 Mitsubishi L200 Challenger Di-D — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,156 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Mitsubishi L200 Challenger Di-D, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, brakes and visibility. Its pass rate of 90.7% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (89.9%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 4.7% | 54 |
| 2 | Brakes | 4.4% | 51 |
| 3 | Visibility | 3.5% | 41 |
| 4 | Tyres | 2.3% | 27 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.1% | 13 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.4% | 5 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brake pads | 38 |
| 2 | Wipers | 32 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 27 |
| 4 | Washers | 20 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 13 |
| 6 | Stop lamp | 11 |
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 | 16.3% | 188 |
| 2 | Brakes | 16.0% | 185 |
| 3 | Suspension | 6.8% | 78 |
| 4 | Visibility | 4.2% | 49 |
| 5 | Other defects | 4.2% | 48 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 3.1% | 36 |
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 | 234 | 8.1% |
| 30-60k | 527 | 8.5% |
| 60-90k | 270 | 10.4% |
| 90-120k | 80 | 12.5% |
| 120-150k | 33 | 12.1% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 306 | 8.5% |
| 2023 | 287 | 8.4% |
| 2024 | 293 | 9.9% |
| 2025 | 268 | 10.8% |
What to check before buying a 2019 L200 Challenger Di-D
Before buying a 2019 Mitsubishi L200 Challenger Di-D, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 4.7% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (4.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (4.4% 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.
- Visibility (3.5% 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.
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 2019 Mitsubishi L200 Challenger Di-Ds pass their MOT?
90.7% of the 1,156 2019 Mitsubishi L200 Challenger Di-D MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Mitsubishi L200 Challenger Di-D?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 4.7% of tests, followed by brakes (4.4%).
Does the 2019 L200 Challenger Di-D get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.1% in the 0-30k band to 12.1% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,156 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.