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MV53 EMJ

2003 Mitsubishi Shogun

Black Diesel 3200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

123,505 mi
Last recorded123,505 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2010
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun100,894 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV53 EMJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelShogun
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2010 123,505 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Fail 6 Oct 2010 123,210 miles

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

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

fluid leak of some description o/s/r

Pass 23 Oct 2008 119,063 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2008 119,063 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)

Pass 26 Oct 2007 87,164 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2006 62,601 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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MV53 EMJ is a 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun in Black with a 3,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MV53 EMJ, 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 MV53 EMJ registered?

MV53 EMJ is a 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun, first registered on 23 October 2003.

Is MV53 EMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV53 EMJ shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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