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SY55 SON

2007 Mitsubishi Shogun

Black Diesel 3200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

156,349 mi
Last recorded156,349 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 2007 Mitsubishi Shogun87,692 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY55 SON
MakeMitsubishi
ModelShogun
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 156,349 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Aug 2026 156,344 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2024 147,935 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2024 147,935 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2023 133,687 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 22 Sep 2023 133,561 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2022 120,298 miles

n/s rack boot wet

Fail 15 Sep 2022 120,073 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flex (1.1.11 (c))

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

n/s rack boot wet

Pass 27 Jul 2021 107,488 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 104,560 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 99,509 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2018 92,851 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 88,831 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 83,247 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 20 Jul 2015 74,205 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jun 2014 65,115 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2014 65,115 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Jun 2013 47,414 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 14 Jun 2012 49,490 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 49,490 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 37,192 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 27,462 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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SY55 SON is a 2007 Mitsubishi Shogun in Black with a 3,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2007 Mitsubishi Shogun models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 87,692 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 SY55 SON, 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 19 years old, this Mitsubishi Shogun is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SY55 SON registered?

SY55 SON is a 2007 Mitsubishi Shogun, first registered on 29 June 2007.

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