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GIG 3242

1997 Mitsubishi Shogun

Blue Petrol 2972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,806 mi
Last recorded79,806 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2010
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Shogun118,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGIG 3242
MakeMitsubishi
ModelShogun
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,972cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 3 Feb 2010 79,806 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 77,079 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 30 Jan 2008 76,229 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 75,311 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 74,295 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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GIG 3242 is a 1997 Mitsubishi Shogun in Blue with a 2,972cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 GIG 3242, 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 GIG 3242 registered?

GIG 3242 is a 1997 Mitsubishi Shogun, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is GIG 3242 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GIG 3242 shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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