Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin reliable? We analysed 191,872 real MOT tests across 12,414 vehicles to find out.
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The Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pipe excessively corroded, suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and position lamp(s) not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin.
Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 79 | 70.9% | 109,626 | 138,966 | 163,337 |
| 2006 | 6,030 | 71.5% | 37,424 | 57,765 | 81,680 |
| 2005 | 25,707 | 72.0% | 37,663 | 58,450 | 80,628 |
| 2004 | 28,353 | 71.2% | 38,177 | 58,569 | 81,055 |
| 2003 | 30,746 | 70.5% | 40,463 | 61,052 | 83,588 |
| 2002 | 32,395 | 69.8% | 43,932 | 63,437 | 84,932 |
| 2001 | 45,821 | 69.4% | 47,018 | 65,083 | 85,251 |
| 2000 | 21,874 | 67.2% | 52,196 | 69,446 | 88,704 |
| 1999 | 295 | 66.8% | 55,905 | 73,930 | 88,627 |
| 1998 | 134 | 64.9% | 81,582 | 99,822 | 124,955 |
| 1997 | 91 | 70.3% | 143,621 | 174,352 | 200,734 |
| 1996 | 56 | 60.7% | 55,246 | 129,205 | 159,858 |
| 1995 | 87 | 74.7% | 73,784 | 107,472 | 140,748 |
How Long Does a Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin Last?
Based on 12,414 Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin vehicles on UK roads.
Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
74.7% MOT pass rate from 87 tests
60.7% MOT pass rate from 56 tests
The best year to buy a used Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin is 1995, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 74.7% across 87 tests. The 1996 model year has the lowest pass rate at 60.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin THIS CAR | 70.1% | 191,872 | 62,974 mi | 26 yrs |
| Mitsubishi L200 | 74.1% | 1,362,678 | 80,302 mi | 29 yrs |
| Mitsubishi Shogun | 71.9% | 1,312,716 | 107,142 mi | 37 yrs |
| Mitsubishi Colt | 72.5% | 950,325 | 59,666 mi | 30 yrs |
| Skoda Karoq | 90.6% | 222,806 | 32,614 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Mitsubishi L200 (74.1% pass rate) and the Mitsubishi Shogun (71.9% pass rate), the Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin has an overall MOT pass rate of 70.1% across 191,872 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin are brake pipe excessively corroded (13,041 recorded failures), suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (9,652), and position lamp(s) not working (6,854). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin owner drives around 4,893 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin models stay on UK roads for around 26 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.