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A1 EVX

2005 Mitsubishi Shogun

Grey Petrol 3497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

79,931 mi
Last recorded79,931 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Shogun98,232 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA1 EVX
MakeMitsubishi
ModelShogun
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 79,931 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

rear arches corroded on outer lip

slight underbody surface corrosion in places

Fail 9 Oct 2025 76,924 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

rear arches corroded on outer lip

slight underbody surface corrosion in places

Pass 25 Oct 2024 750,325 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

front shock absober has surface corrosion

slight corrosion on side step n/s and o/s lower

slight play on n/s and o/s rear wheel hub

surface corrosion underbody

Fail 24 Oct 2024 75,003 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

front shock absober has surface corrosion

slight corrosion on side step n/s and o/s lower

slight play on n/s and o/s rear wheel hub

surface corrosion underbody

Pass 26 Oct 2023 72,377 miles

Nearside Entrance/exit step in a deteriorated condition corroeded (9.7 (a) (i))

Offside Entrance/exit step in a deteriorated condition corroeded (9.7 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Oct 2023 72,377 miles

Nearside Entrance/exit step in a deteriorated condition corroeded (9.7 (a) (i))

Offside Entrance/exit step in a deteriorated condition corroeded (9.7 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 70,718 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 69,269 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 67,809 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 66,325 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2018 64,956 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 63,535 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 61,978 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 60,943 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 57,006 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 50,346 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 43,944 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 36,224 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 30,683 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 25,325 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 19,308 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Shogun?

Based on 1,312,716 MOT tests across 114,900 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
6,178
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
114,900
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 75,153
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,833
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 30,460
Registration plate lamp not working 28,647
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 28,630
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A1 EVX is a 2005 Mitsubishi Shogun in Grey with a 3,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Mitsubishi Shogun models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 98,232 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Shogun fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 75,153 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A1 EVX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Shogun typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 21 years old, this Mitsubishi Shogun is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A1 EVX registered?

A1 EVX is a 2005 Mitsubishi Shogun, first registered on 27 October 2005.

Is A1 EVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A1 EVX shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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