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J589 RTA

1991 Mitsubishi Shogun

Grey Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

185,962 mi
Last recorded185,962 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2015
Typical for 1991 Mitsubishi Shogun143,106 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ589 RTA
MakeMitsubishi
ModelShogun
Year1991
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2015 185,962 miles

slight condensation in n/s headlight.slight corrosion in underside of vehicle.

Fail 6 Feb 2015 185,928 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

slight condensation in n/s headlight.slight corrosion in underside of vehicle.

Pass 2 Sep 2011 183,236 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Fail 2 Sep 2011 183,236 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 183,206 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 167,323 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2006 150,758 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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J589 RTA is a 1991 Mitsubishi Shogun in Grey with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 J589 RTA, 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 J589 RTA registered?

J589 RTA is a 1991 Mitsubishi Shogun, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J589 RTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for J589 RTA shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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