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J489 XBL

1991 Mitsubishi Shogun

Red Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

178,564 mi
Last recorded178,564 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2008
Typical for 1991 Mitsubishi Shogun143,106 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ489 XBL
MakeMitsubishi
ModelShogun
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2008 178,564 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 23 Jun 2008 178,564 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 8 Jun 2007 174,807 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 166,415 miles

Nearside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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J489 XBL is a 1991 Mitsubishi Shogun in Red with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 J489 XBL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J489 XBL?

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What year was J489 XBL registered?

J489 XBL is a 1991 Mitsubishi Shogun, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J489 XBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J489 XBL shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J489 XBL have outstanding finance?

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