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LC53 GFV

2003 Mitsubishi Shogun

Black Petrol 3497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

115,490 mi
Last recorded115,490 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2014
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun100,894 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC53 GFV
MakeMitsubishi
ModelShogun
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2014 115,490 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2013 109,413 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 103,380 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 99,321 miles

ESP LIGHT ON THIS WILL FAIL NEXT YEAR

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

engine light on only just passed emission test

nearside front tyre low on edge

offside rear tyre low on edge

oil leak offside front is going over offside front wheel

Fail 25 Nov 2011 99,321 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b) DANGEROUS

ESP LIGHT ON THIS WILL FAIL NEXT YEAR

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

engine light on only just passed emission test

nearside front tyre low on edge

offside rear tyre low on edge

oil leak offside front is going over offside front wheel

Pass 9 Jun 2010 87,119 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 82,364 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 72,461 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 72,461 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2007 63,338 miles

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

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

front brake pads look low

rear brake pads look low

under tray fitted

Pass 8 Nov 2006 53,936 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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LC53 GFV is a 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun in Black with a 3,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LC53 GFV, 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 LC53 GFV registered?

LC53 GFV is a 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun, first registered on 11 November 2003.

Is LC53 GFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC53 GFV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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