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F273 RRO

1997 Mitsubishi Shogun

Blue Diesel 2470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

233,958 mi
Last recorded233,958 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2008
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Shogun118,214 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF273 RRO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelShogun
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,470cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2008 233,958 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

rear diff oil leak

Fail 4 Jan 2008 233,949 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

rear diff oil leak

Pass 14 Nov 2006 224,312 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2006 224,312 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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F273 RRO is a 1997 Mitsubishi Shogun in Blue with a 2,470cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Mitsubishi Shogun models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 118,214 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 F273 RRO, 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 29 years old, this Mitsubishi Shogun is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F273 RRO registered?

F273 RRO is a 1997 Mitsubishi Shogun, first registered on 22 October 1997.

Is F273 RRO safe to buy?

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