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H487 VHL

1991 Mitsubishi Shogun

Red Diesel 2470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

138,758 mi
Last recorded138,758 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2011
Typical for 1991 Mitsubishi Shogun143,106 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH487 VHL
MakeMitsubishi
ModelShogun
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,470cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2011 138,758 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

high level brake light disconnected

Fail 22 Feb 2011 138,473 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

high level brake light disconnected

Pass 29 Mar 2010 117,737 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2010 117,737 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is severely distorted (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is severely distorted (5.2.6)

Pass 21 Mar 2009 209,811 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 209,782 miles
Fail 3 May 2006 208,533 miles

Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

fuel pipes corroding

nearside inner cv boot split

oil leak

Pass 3 May 2006 208,533 miles

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

fuel pipes corroding

nearside inner cv boot split

oil leak

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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H487 VHL is a 1991 Mitsubishi Shogun in Red with a 2,470cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1991 Mitsubishi Shogun models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 143,106 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 H487 VHL, 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 35 years old, this Mitsubishi Shogun is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H487 VHL registered?

H487 VHL is a 1991 Mitsubishi Shogun, first registered on 31 December 1991.

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