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BIG 4303

1998 Mitsubishi Shogun

Blue Petrol 2972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

133,665 mi
Last recorded133,665 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2016
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Shogun114,526 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBIG 4303
MakeMitsubishi
ModelShogun
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,972cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2016 133,665 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

chassis has surface rust

front bumper insecure

minor oil leak

o/s/r quarter panel damaged

Pass 17 Nov 2015 127,869 miles

damage to o/s body

slight corrosion on inner sills and floorpans

steering has slight freeplay

Fail 17 Nov 2015 127,869 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

damage to o/s body

slight corrosion on inner sills and floorpans

steering has slight freeplay

Pass 13 Nov 2014 124,601 miles

damage to o/s body

slight corrosion on inner sills and floorpans

steering has slight freeplay

Pass 17 Sep 2013 121,201 miles

front brakes on limit

slight corrosion chassis area

Pass 14 Aug 2012 116,936 miles

exhaust rear section corroded

rear brake pipes slightly corroded

slight gearbox oil leak

slight oil leak

Pass 24 Aug 2011 112,388 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 103,280 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 94,680 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 83,358 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 78,371 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2006 78,371 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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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BIG 4303 is a 1998 Mitsubishi Shogun in Blue with a 2,972cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Mitsubishi Shogun models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 114,526 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 BIG 4303, 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 28 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 BIG 4303 registered?

BIG 4303 is a 1998 Mitsubishi Shogun, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is BIG 4303 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BIG 4303 shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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