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CA53 ZAC

2003 Mitsubishi Shogun

Silver Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

107,682 mi
Last recorded107,682 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun100,894 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA53 ZAC
MakeMitsubishi
ModelShogun
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2025 107,682 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

general underbody corrosion

Pass 24 Nov 2023 98,492 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 96,967 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 96,347 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 95,531 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 93,433 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 92,125 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 90,467 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 89,194 miles

all side steps under supports corroding

Pass 16 Apr 2015 87,195 miles

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

Fail 10 Apr 2015 87,195 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2014 85,006 miles

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

o/s/r tyre cracked and perished

very slight brake bind o/s/f

Pass 26 Mar 2013 81,725 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2012 73,024 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 56,296 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2010 51,481 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2009 47,599 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 2 Jan 2009 47,599 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2008 43,210 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2008 43,209 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 29 Dec 2006 39,493 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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CA53 ZAC is a 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun in Silver with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 CA53 ZAC, 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

How do I check the history of CA53 ZAC?

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What year was CA53 ZAC registered?

CA53 ZAC is a 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun, first registered on 7 November 2003.

Is CA53 ZAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA53 ZAC shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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