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DF03 AYX

2003 Mitsubishi Shogun

Black Diesel 3200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

166,086 mi
Last recorded166,086 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun100,894 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF03 AYX
MakeMitsubishi
ModelShogun
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 166,086 miles

exhaust system corroded

rear subframe/suspension corroded

Fail 15 Sep 2025 166,086 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

exhaust system corroded

rear subframe/suspension corroded

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 159,726 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear fuel filler corroded

Rear general corrosion to rear subframe and suspension component's

Pass 20 Sep 2023 154,409 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security seal (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 143,906 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 135,659 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 127,575 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Fail 5 Aug 2020 127,574 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Fail 23 Jul 2020 127,121 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced O/S/R DROP SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 124,171 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 120,093 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 114,063 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 112,045 miles

n/s/r brake has very slight bind

wipers starting to deteriate

Pass 13 Apr 2015 109,235 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 106,243 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 2 Apr 2014 106,243 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 17 Apr 2013 103,240 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 96,004 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2010 95,944 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Jun 2009 86,369 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2009 86,123 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2008 74,917 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 59,107 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 45,188 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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DF03 AYX is a 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun in Black with a 3,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DF03 AYX, 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.

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What year was DF03 AYX registered?

DF03 AYX is a 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun, first registered on 12 June 2003.

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