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HK53 KXJ

2003 Mitsubishi Shogun

Blue Diesel 3200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

84,913 mi
Last recorded84,913 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun100,894 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK53 KXJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelShogun
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 84,913 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Underside of vehicle has corrosion

Pass 28 Jan 2025 83,316 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jan 2025 83,316 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2024 81,028 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 78,706 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

both side steps and mounts corroded

Fail 18 Jan 2023 78,706 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

both side steps and mounts corroded

Pass 25 Jan 2022 76,512 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

both side steps corroded thru

Pass 25 Jan 2021 74,348 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 24 Jan 2020 72,858 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

corrosion starting on offside and nearside inner sills and sidestep mounts

Pass 25 Jan 2019 69,551 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 23 Jan 2019 69,551 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Jan 2018 66,426 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 19 Jan 2017 63,224 miles

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

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

Pass 21 Jan 2016 60,405 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Jan 2016 60,405 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2015 57,034 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2014 53,043 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2014 53,043 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Fail 9 Jan 2013 48,858 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 9 Jan 2013 48,858 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2012 45,252 miles

Rear number plate starting to delaminate

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Jan 2011 41,898 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2010 38,079 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 33,485 miles

various chips in windscreen

Pass 31 Jan 2008 29,330 miles

nearside front tyre worn on inside edge

nearside rear tyre worn on outside edge

Pass 19 Jan 2007 24,070 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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HK53 KXJ is a 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun in Blue with a 3,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 HK53 KXJ, 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 HK53 KXJ registered?

HK53 KXJ is a 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun, first registered on 23 December 2003.

Is HK53 KXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK53 KXJ shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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