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VN51 VRP

2001 Mitsubishi Shogun

Blue Diesel 3200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

158,649 mi
Last recorded158,649 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2024
Typical for 2001 Mitsubishi Shogun103,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN51 VRP
MakeMitsubishi
ModelShogun
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Fail 8 Jan 2024 158,649 miles

Emissions unable to be completed exhaust blowing (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle part (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 10 Jan 2023 154,121 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

inner sills corroded

Pass 11 Jan 2022 148,650 miles

Rear inner sills lightly corroded

Pass 4 Jan 2021 143,989 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2020 140,341 miles

corrosion on rear inner wings

Pass 22 Dec 2018 136,882 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 133,283 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2016 129,888 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear inner sills (2.4.A.3)

Pass 28 Dec 2015 125,205 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 3 Jan 2015 121,236 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2013 118,014 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2012 114,164 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2011 110,433 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 105,679 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 99,066 miles

Battery insecure

Pass 12 Nov 2008 93,065 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 87,033 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 80,728 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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VN51 VRP is a 2001 Mitsubishi Shogun in Blue with a 3,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 VN51 VRP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VN51 VRP registered?

VN51 VRP is a 2001 Mitsubishi Shogun, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is VN51 VRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN51 VRP shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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