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HF53 RBX

2003 Mitsubishi Shogun

Green Diesel 3200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

134,542 mi
Last recorded134,542 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun100,894 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF53 RBX
MakeMitsubishi
ModelShogun
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 134,542 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2023 131,159 miles

underside has surface corrosion.

Pass 8 Nov 2022 127,958 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 125,592 miles

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

underbody and suspension has corrosion

Pass 21 Oct 2020 124,120 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2019 122,797 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced several areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive x2 (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive x2 (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2018 116,512 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2018 116,510 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to front pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Oct 2017 111,739 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 106,325 miles

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

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

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

Fail 10 Nov 2016 106,325 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 100,037 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 94,537 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2013 90,049 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 82,050 miles

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

Fail 11 Oct 2012 82,050 miles

Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 25 Oct 2011 73,123 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear heater water pipes corroded

Pass 30 Oct 2010 64,648 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2009 55,289 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 46,639 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 36,703 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2006 26,966 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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HF53 RBX is a 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun in Green 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 HF53 RBX, 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 HF53 RBX registered?

HF53 RBX is a 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun, first registered on 30 October 2003.

Is HF53 RBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF53 RBX shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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