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SV51 FKU

2001 Mitsubishi Shogun

Blue Diesel 3200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2013
Tests13 (6 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate46.2%

Mileage

130,253 mi
Last recorded130,253 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2012
Typical for 2001 Mitsubishi Shogun103,809 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV51 FKU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelShogun
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

6 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2012 130,253 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

fuel tank underside poor condition

oil leak at rear of gearbox

Fail 28 Mar 2012 130,253 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

fuel tank underside poor condition

oil leak at rear of gearbox

Fail 2 Mar 2012 129,893 miles

Brake warning device not working correctly (3.3.D.3a)

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak

Pass 29 Mar 2011 121,211 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2011 121,194 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp sequence is incorrect (3.4.1d)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)

Fail 26 Jan 2011 120,348 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Pass 12 Jan 2010 112,138 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2010 112,076 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

brae warning light stays on

Pass 24 Jul 2008 102,477 miles

fuel tank rusty and damp

Fail 22 Jul 2008 102,476 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

fuel tank rusty and damp

Pass 16 Jan 2007 86,810 miles

both side steps (sheets) insecure

slight oil leak from under engine bay

Pass 6 Dec 2005 63,015 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2005 63,015 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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SV51 FKU is a 2001 Mitsubishi Shogun in Blue with a 3,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 46.2%.

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 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 SV51 FKU, 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 SV51 FKU registered?

SV51 FKU is a 2001 Mitsubishi Shogun, first registered on 31 October 2001.

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