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B861 SAJ

2005 Mitsubishi Shogun

Black Diesel 3200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

113,064 mi
Last recorded113,064 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Shogun98,232 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB861 SAJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelShogun
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 113,064 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced coverd in underseal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 2 May 2025 111,723 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Covered in waxoyl (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2024 109,913 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

brake pipes and chassi coverd in underseal

Pass 28 Apr 2023 108,245 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rusty all over

Fail 27 Apr 2023 108,237 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rusty all over

Pass 4 Aug 2022 102,079 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 98,598 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 91,812 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 81,672 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 May 2018 72,726 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 64,711 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 62,535 miles

undertray fitted

Fail 19 Sep 2016 62,520 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

undertray fitted

Pass 15 Sep 2015 60,691 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 60,691 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2014 57,408 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight brake bind on front brakes

Fail 18 Sep 2014 57,403 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight brake bind on front brakes

Pass 29 Apr 2013 52,545 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 48,448 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

slight binding on front brakes

Pass 16 May 2011 42,664 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 May 2010 35,159 miles

rear number plate slightly weathered

Pass 19 May 2009 27,338 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 20,009 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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B861 SAJ is a 2005 Mitsubishi Shogun in Black with a 3,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 B861 SAJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B861 SAJ registered?

B861 SAJ is a 2005 Mitsubishi Shogun, first registered on 10 March 2005.

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The MOT history for B861 SAJ shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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