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OW03 HWK

2003 Mitsubishi Shogun

Black Diesel 3189cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

163,536 mi
Last recorded163,536 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2023
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun100,894 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW03 HWK
MakeMitsubishi
ModelShogun
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,189cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2023 163,536 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

front number plate cracked

Fail 18 Apr 2023 163,531 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

front number plate cracked

Pass 22 Oct 2020 155,100 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 143,672 miles

brake pipes corroded

side steps corroded

Pass 9 Apr 2018 136,026 miles

Nearside Lower step brackets very corroded and rusty

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

Offside Lower step brackets very corroded and rusty

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

clutch pedal sticks down

Pass 21 Mar 2017 123,852 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

under surface corrosion

Fail 21 Mar 2017 123,852 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch x2 (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch x2 (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

under surface corrosion

Pass 7 Apr 2016 116,047 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 106,808 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2015 106,808 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2014 98,564 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 88,658 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 84,497 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

slight play in lower suspension arm ball joint

slight play in trackrod

Pass 8 Jun 2011 78,455 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2010 71,437 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 63,184 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 54,068 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 43,418 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 32,162 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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OW03 HWK is a 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun in Black with a 3,189cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 OW03 HWK, 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.

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OW03 HWK is a 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun, first registered on 9 June 2003.

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