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AK53 AKU

2003 Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin

Blue Petrol 1834cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2020
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

116,541 mi
Last recorded116,541 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin61,052 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 AKU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelShogun Pinin
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,834cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2019 116,541 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

oil leak from gearbox and front diff

underside of vehicle corroded

Fail 5 Nov 2019 116,487 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill and jacking point corroded and holed by rear axle tie bar (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

oil leak from gearbox and front diff

underside of vehicle corroded

Pass 2 Nov 2018 113,624 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2018 113,597 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak rear box (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 110,371 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Oct 2016 106,402 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 103,014 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 100,881 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside rear tyre outer wall perished

Pass 13 Nov 2013 96,878 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 13 Nov 2013 96,878 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Nov 2012 91,736 miles

Oil leak

corrosion to exhaust, heavy in places

corrosion to some suspension components

Fail 5 Nov 2012 91,736 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

corrosion to exhaust, heavy in places

corrosion to some suspension components

Pass 30 Aug 2011 86,840 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

both front wipers splitting

corrosion to exhaust

front tyres wearing on edges

rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 30 Aug 2011 86,840 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Oil leak

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front wipers splitting

corrosion to exhaust

front tyres wearing on edges

rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 2 Sep 2010 82,292 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2009 75,491 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Aug 2009 75,491 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 67,279 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 56,402 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2007 56,402 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2006 48,379 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2006 48,379 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin?

Based on 191,872 MOT tests across 12,414 vehicles.

70.1%
Pass Rate
4,893
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
12,414
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 13,041
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 9,652
position lamp(s) not working 6,854
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,724
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,122
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AK53 AKU is a 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin in Blue with a 1,834cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 61,052 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 13,041 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK53 AKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AK53 AKU registered?

AK53 AKU is a 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin, first registered on 12 September 2003.

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