Mitsubishi L200: suspension MOT failures
Suspension was a recorded failure area in 8.1% of Mitsubishi L200 MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 2007, 2008 cars.
Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair cost: £150–£450 per corner (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Suspension failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 3,874 | 12.8% |
| 2005 | 5,897 | 13.7% |
| 2006 | 31,716 | 17.0% |
| 2007 | 27,578 | 17.3% |
| 2008 | 17,945 | 17.2% |
| 2009 | 15,835 | 16.7% |
| 2010 | 23,018 | 14.1% |
| 2014 | 29,833 | 6.4% |
| 2019 | 33,326 | 1.7% |
Methodology & source. 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.