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F517 OVU

1998 Mitsubishi Shogun

White Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

169,826 mi
Last recorded169,826 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2006
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Shogun114,526 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF517 OVU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelShogun
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2006 169,826 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2006 169,595 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Wear in steering box, drag-link end and both front wheel bearings. †Back and front brake pipes rusting.

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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F517 OVU is a 1998 Mitsubishi Shogun in White with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Mitsubishi Shogun models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 114,526 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 F517 OVU, 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 28 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 F517 OVU?

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What year was F517 OVU registered?

F517 OVU is a 1998 Mitsubishi Shogun, first registered on 1 November 1998.

Is F517 OVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for F517 OVU shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F517 OVU have outstanding finance?

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