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BD53 BZJ

2003 Mitsubishi Shogun

Silver Diesel 3200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

137,538 mi
Last recorded137,538 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun100,894 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD53 BZJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelShogun
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 137,538 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2024 121,734 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 101,769 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2023 101,763 miles

Emissions unable to be completed Due to rear exhaust box missing (8.2.2.2 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lower ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2022 85,368 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 82,983 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 80,960 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 78,469 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 75,541 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 74,071 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 71,691 miles

Offside Rear wheel has slight restricted free movement

Pass 5 Jun 2015 69,875 miles

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

slight engine oil leak .

Fail 28 May 2015 69,875 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

slight engine oil leak .

Pass 21 May 2014 66,984 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 62,129 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 57,324 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 53,880 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 53,880 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 48,975 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 43,916 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 37,703 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2006 31,220 miles

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

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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BD53 BZJ is a 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun in Silver with a 3,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 100,894 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 BD53 BZJ, 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 23 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 BD53 BZJ registered?

BD53 BZJ is a 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun, first registered on 31 October 2003.

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The MOT history for BD53 BZJ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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