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CX51 VXE

2001 Mitsubishi Shogun

Blue Diesel 3200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

141,044 mi
Last recorded141,044 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2024
Typical for 2001 Mitsubishi Shogun103,809 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX51 VXE
MakeMitsubishi
ModelShogun
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2024 141,044 miles

Nearside Inner sill corroded

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Inner sill corroded

Offside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity damaged (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Oct 2023 132,749 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2022 127,200 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 126,718 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 125,351 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear inner sill corroded

Pass 17 Sep 2019 124,441 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 123,373 miles

Nearside Rear rear sill has corrosion

Offside Rear sill has slight corrosion

Pass 11 Sep 2017 120,046 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Inner door seal (6.1.A.1)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 114,050 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 107,425 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 100,152 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 91,006 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 58,298 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 80,671 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 75,560 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 70,084 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

n/s/r tyre wearing low on inner edge

o/s/r tyre wearing very low on inner edge and has deep cuts to tread but not exsposing ply or cords

Fail 2 Sep 2009 70,084 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

n/s/r tyre wearing low on inner edge

o/s/r tyre wearing very low on inner edge and has deep cuts to tread but not exsposing ply or cords

Pass 1 Sep 2008 63,749 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 56,853 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 50,304 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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CX51 VXE is a 2001 Mitsubishi Shogun in Blue with a 3,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2001 Mitsubishi Shogun models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 103,809 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 CX51 VXE, 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 25 years old, this Mitsubishi Shogun is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CX51 VXE registered?

CX51 VXE is a 2001 Mitsubishi Shogun, first registered on 13 September 2001.

Is CX51 VXE safe to buy?

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