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VA52 VLT

2003 Mitsubishi Shogun

Silver Diesel 3200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

121,862 mi
Last recorded121,862 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2022
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun100,894 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA52 VLT
MakeMitsubishi
ModelShogun
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Fail 14 Jul 2022 121,862 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 109,763 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Fail 19 Jul 2021 109,763 miles

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 17 Jul 2020 98,633 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2019 96,278 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2018 90,956 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 85,112 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 78,235 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2016 71,983 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive closing panel (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive closing panel (2.4.A.3)

Pass 30 Dec 2014 69,151 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2014 69,151 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

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 20 Aug 2013 60,816 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 50,561 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 40,034 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 35,601 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Jan 2008 31,218 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 23,394 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 16,771 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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VA52 VLT is a 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun in Silver with a 3,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VA52 VLT, 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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What year was VA52 VLT registered?

VA52 VLT is a 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun, first registered on 23 January 2003.

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