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VF03 YOJ

2003 Mitsubishi Shogun

Silver Petrol 3497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

136,095 mi
Last recorded136,095 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun100,894 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF03 YOJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelShogun
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2019 136,095 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 130,653 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 127,156 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 122,167 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 117,012 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 110,636 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 104,807 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 98,373 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 89,873 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 9 Aug 2010 79,259 miles

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 21 Aug 2009 69,626 miles

3rd row of seats not in use/tested

rear tyres low on very inner edge

Fail 20 Aug 2009 69,626 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

3rd row of seats not in use/tested

coolent low

rear air con pipes leaking

rear cooling pipes weak

rear tyres low on very inner edge

Fail 30 Jul 2009 68,806 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear coolent pipes for rear heater corroded and require replacement

front and rear pads 80% worn.

Pass 2 Sep 2008 58,349 miles

o/s/front tyre bald on inner edge

Pass 16 Aug 2007 46,547 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 33,477 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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VF03 YOJ is a 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun in Silver with a 3,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VF03 YOJ, 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 VF03 YOJ registered?

VF03 YOJ is a 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun, first registered on 18 August 2003.

Is VF03 YOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VF03 YOJ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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