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FB53 FEM

2003 Mitsubishi Shogun

Black Diesel 3200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

184,904 mi
Last recorded184,904 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2022
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun100,894 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB53 FEM
MakeMitsubishi
ModelShogun
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2022 184,904 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded filler neck vent corroded to the point of near fracture ()

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Fail 11 Oct 2022 184,904 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Fuel Pipe/s corroded filler neck vent corroded to the point of near fracture ()

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Oct 2021 159,950 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 156,584 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 151,992 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2019 151,992 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 144,070 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 136,593 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 126,380 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 117,248 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 108,856 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 99,526 miles

nearside rear brake binding very slightly when inspected on the ramp

Pass 10 Dec 2012 93,859 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 91,733 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2010 83,686 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2009 77,319 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 3 Dec 2009 77,319 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 71,614 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 68,754 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 66,292 miles

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

Rear seats removed at time of test.

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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FB53 FEM is a 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun in Black with a 3,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 FB53 FEM, 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 FB53 FEM registered?

FB53 FEM is a 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun, first registered on 10 December 2003.

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The MOT history for FB53 FEM shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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