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J111 TSD

1997 Mitsubishi Shogun

Blue Diesel 2835cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

96,057 mi
Last recorded96,057 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Shogun118,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ111 TSD
MakeMitsubishi
ModelShogun
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,835cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 96,057 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2025 95,108 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2024 94,108 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 93,815 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 93,255 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2021 92,776 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 90,786 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 88,685 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2018 88,685 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both (4.7.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jul 2017 86,337 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 83,792 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2015 80,726 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 78,826 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2014 78,826 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 77,000 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2012 75,445 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2012 75,445 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2011 72,984 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 68,621 miles

Under body corroded in all areas

Pass 13 Aug 2009 64,872 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 61,060 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 57,571 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 54,348 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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J111 TSD is a 1997 Mitsubishi Shogun in Blue with a 2,835cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 J111 TSD, 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 J111 TSD registered?

J111 TSD is a 1997 Mitsubishi Shogun, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is J111 TSD safe to buy?

The MOT history for J111 TSD shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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