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DF53 HWU

2003 Mitsubishi Shogun

Blue Diesel 3200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun100,894 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 HWU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelShogun
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026
Fail 20 Dec 2025 166,648 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2024 161,689 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2024 161,596 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 157,181 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2023 157,081 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 151,766 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2021 151,269 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 139,553 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 127,763 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 43,238 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 37,184 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 27,280 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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DF53 HWU is a 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun in Blue with a 3,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DF53 HWU, 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 DF53 HWU?

You can check the full history of DF53 HWU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DF53 HWU registered?

DF53 HWU is a 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun, first registered on 23 December 2003.

Is DF53 HWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF53 HWU shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DF53 HWU have outstanding finance?

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