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SO03 EFB

2003 Mitsubishi Shogun

Black Diesel 3200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2025
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

104,555 mi
Last recorded104,555 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun100,894 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO03 EFB
MakeMitsubishi
ModelShogun
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Fail 11 Nov 2025 104,555 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure silencer (6.1.2 (a))

both mirrors loose

brake pipes corroded

exhaust corroded

underside of vehicle corroded

Pass 18 Nov 2024 103,403 miles

both head lamp patterns faint

both rear brake pipes corroded

brake pads low front and rear

surface corrosion underside of vehicle

Fail 18 Nov 2024 103,403 miles

Offside Rear Outer Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

both head lamp patterns faint

both rear brake pipes corroded

brake pads low front and rear

surface corrosion underside of vehicle

Pass 20 Nov 2023 101,430 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Indicator lens cracked

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Vehicle underside and suspension components corroded

Pass 21 Nov 2022 99,551 miles

brake pipes corroded

underside of vehicle corroded

Fail 14 Nov 2022 99,550 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

brake pipes corroded

underside of vehicle corroded

Pass 16 Nov 2021 96,892 miles

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

underside of vehicle corroded

Fail 11 Nov 2021 96,851 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

underside of vehicle corroded

Pass 11 Nov 2020 94,653 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

underside of vehicle corroded

Fail 11 Nov 2020 94,653 miles

Trailer electrical socket likely to become detached (4.10 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

underside of vehicle corroded

Pass 12 Nov 2019 92,193 miles

exhaust system corroded

underside of vehicle corroded

Fail 12 Nov 2019 92,193 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

exhaust system corroded

underside of vehicle corroded

Pass 9 Nov 2018 89,662 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inside arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Side step / side skirts are corroded

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

inner sills and underside are lightly corroded

Pass 12 Jul 2017 85,804 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both outer side steps are corroded

underside of vehicle slightly corroded

Fail 11 Jul 2017 85,803 miles

Stop lamp not working All lamps (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both outer side steps are corroded

underside of vehicle slightly corroded

Pass 11 Jul 2016 83,809 miles

Both side steps/skirts are corroded

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 82,309 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 81,021 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 76,128 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 70,653 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2011 63,969 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 56,754 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 48,698 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 39,809 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 32,352 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 24,436 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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SO03 EFB 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 73.1%.

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 SO03 EFB, 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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SO03 EFB is a 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun, first registered on 31 May 2003.

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