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RA53 UJV

2003 Mitsubishi Shogun

Black Diesel 3200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

136,287 mi
Last recorded136,287 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun100,894 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA53 UJV
MakeMitsubishi
ModelShogun
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 136,287 miles

Slight oil leak from the gearbox out put shaft.

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 May 2025 130,509 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Sep 2022 130,503 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 17 Aug 2021 124,839 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Lower fuel tank filler pipe corroded

Pass 14 Oct 2020 121,436 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2020 121,436 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2019 118,803 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 113,039 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2018 113,039 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 107,089 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2016 100,886 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2016 100,789 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 2 Dec 2015 94,730 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2015 94,669 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 21 Nov 2014 87,965 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2014 87,965 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 81,199 miles

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

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)

Pass 10 Dec 2012 76,666 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2011 65,678 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2011 65,651 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Dec 2010 56,750 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2010 56,641 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2009 45,494 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 34,500 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2007 26,287 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 18,198 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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RA53 UJV is a 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun in Black with a 3,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 RA53 UJV, 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 RA53 UJV registered?

RA53 UJV is a 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun, first registered on 9 December 2003.

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