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BJ55 OBL

2005 Mitsubishi Shogun

Grey Diesel 3200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

128,278 mi
Last recorded128,278 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2022
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Shogun98,232 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ55 OBL
MakeMitsubishi
ModelShogun
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2022 128,278 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Near front jacking point (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources 1 of 2 registration lamps not working (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Sills corroded at rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Side step mounting brackets corroded both sides

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 14 Oct 2022 128,277 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Near front jacking point (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources 1 of 2 registration lamps not working (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Sills corroded at rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Side step mounting brackets corroded both sides

Fail 20 Aug 2020 128,142 miles

Nearside Rear Brake inadequately mounted Heat shield (1.1.21 (c))

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Upper and lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Upper and lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Dec 2019 128,076 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill and rear inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill and rear inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2019 112,519 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 3 Jan 2019 112,313 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Jan 2018 93,726 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 75,339 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 66,543 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 59,101 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Dec 2013 50,420 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2012 42,972 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 35,138 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 29,396 miles

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

Pass 31 Dec 2009 23,900 miles

(N/S/F) + (O/S/F) Wiper blade split

Pass 24 Sep 2008 16,852 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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BJ55 OBL is a 2005 Mitsubishi Shogun in Grey with a 3,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BJ55 OBL, 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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BJ55 OBL is a 2005 Mitsubishi Shogun, first registered on 23 September 2005.

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