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MRD 230

2001 Mitsubishi Shogun

Red Petrol 3497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

86,531 mi
Last recorded86,531 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Mitsubishi Shogun103,809 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMRD 230
MakeMitsubishi
ModelShogun
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,497cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 86,531 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2026 86,531 miles

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

Fail 27 Oct 2025 86,505 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2024 86,090 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 85,455 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 84,338 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 83,248 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 82,500 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2019 82,488 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 80,908 miles

Both rear inner wheel arch areas corroded

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wearing on inner edge & perishing through tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 79,464 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2017 79,464 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2016 76,138 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 72,158 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 66,820 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 63,412 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 59,170 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2011 55,036 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Fail 17 Aug 2011 55,036 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2010 53,603 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2009 51,304 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 47,583 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 43,710 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2007 43,708 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both front tyres low on outer edges

Pass 15 Aug 2006 39,798 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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MRD 230 is a 2001 Mitsubishi Shogun in Red with a 3,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

Across all 2001 Mitsubishi Shogun models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 103,809 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 MRD 230, 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 25 years old, this Mitsubishi Shogun is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MRD 230 registered?

MRD 230 is a 2001 Mitsubishi Shogun, first registered on 29 January 2001.

Is MRD 230 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MRD 230 shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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