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GBD 824B

1997 Mitsubishi Shogun

Red Diesel 2835cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

113,761 mi
Last recorded113,761 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Shogun118,214 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGBD 824B
MakeMitsubishi
ModelShogun
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,835cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2025 113,761 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 112,125 miles

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

underbody covered in underseal

Fail 28 Apr 2015 112,136 miles

Emissions not tested (7.4.B.1)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Upper Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 111,680 miles

fuel pipes corroded

Fail 14 Jun 2014 111,680 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

fuel pipes corroded

Fail 11 Mar 2014 111,649 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

fuel pipes corroded

rear most seats 6 and 7 fastened up unable to check seat belts

Pass 10 Apr 2013 109,748 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2013 109,748 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 104,880 miles

slight corrosion to nearside front brake pipe

slight corrosion to rear brake pipes

wiper blades slightly smearing screen

Pass 12 Nov 2010 103,471 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2010 103,471 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2009 96,143 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2009 96,143 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 87,718 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2008 87,718 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2007 82,488 miles

body and trims scratched

corrosion on brake pipes

oil leak

rear tyres worn to 3mm

slight corrosion on brake discs

slight corrosion on exhaust

Pass 30 Oct 2006 75,027 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2006 75,027 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 1 Nov 2005 66,192 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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GBD 824B is a 1997 Mitsubishi Shogun in Red with a 2,835cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 GBD 824B, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GBD 824B registered?

GBD 824B is a 1997 Mitsubishi Shogun, first registered on 29 January 1997.

Is GBD 824B safe to buy?

The MOT history for GBD 824B shows 19 tests with a 57.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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