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GU53 GVO

2003 Mitsubishi Shogun

Black Diesel 3200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

172,305 mi
Last recorded172,305 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun100,894 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU53 GVO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelShogun
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 172,305 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2025 166,497 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2024 160,915 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2023 154,358 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 146,853 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner rear sills corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Jul 2022 146,853 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front and rear bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front and rear bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front and rear bushes worn to excess (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner rear sills corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 141,223 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2021 141,220 miles

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

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2019 139,567 miles

Handbrake has little reserve travel

Nearside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Nov 2017 132,160 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 124,352 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2015 117,019 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 111,757 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 106,401 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 6 Nov 2012 99,713 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

parking brake performance just passable

Fail 2 Nov 2012 99,707 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 92,411 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 84,795 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 80,058 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 74,017 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 66,982 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 51,624 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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GU53 GVO is a 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun in Black with a 3,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 GU53 GVO, 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 GU53 GVO registered?

GU53 GVO is a 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun, first registered on 31 October 2003.

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