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FM51 CEM

2003 Mitsubishi Shogun

Silver Diesel 3200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

126,614 mi
Last recorded126,614 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun100,894 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM51 CEM
MakeMitsubishi
ModelShogun
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 126,614 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All covered in underseal front and rear (1.1.11 (c))

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

under vehicle corrosion

Pass 24 Oct 2024 122,762 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes covered in under seal (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

corrosion under vehicle

Fail 24 Oct 2024 122,761 miles

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes covered in under seal (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

corrosion under vehicle

Pass 1 Nov 2023 114,591 miles

vehicle heavily covered in underseal

Pass 7 Oct 2022 113,018 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

general corrosion to underbody and suspension parts

Fail 6 Oct 2022 113,016 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

general corrosion to underbody and suspension parts

Pass 18 Oct 2021 108,848 miles

general underbody corrosion

Fail 15 Oct 2021 108,843 miles

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

general underbody corrosion

Pass 22 Oct 2020 105,626 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2020 105,626 miles

Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2019 101,783 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2019 101,668 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 97,383 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.2.6)

Pass 9 Feb 2017 96,461 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Mar 2016 95,291 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 94,062 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 92,933 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 91,051 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2012 86,622 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Feb 2012 86,622 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 80,029 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 73,282 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 67,960 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 62,306 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 55,043 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2007 54,991 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

rear boot seats folded away and boot loaded SEATBELTS NOT CHECKED

Pass 7 Mar 2006 38,015 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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FM51 CEM is a 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun in Silver with a 3,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 FM51 CEM, 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

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What year was FM51 CEM registered?

FM51 CEM is a 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun, first registered on 7 March 2003.

Is FM51 CEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM51 CEM shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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