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VN53 FNT

2003 Mitsubishi Shogun

Silver Diesel 3200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

162,792 mi
Last recorded162,792 miles
Recorded on27 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun100,894 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN53 FNT
MakeMitsubishi
ModelShogun
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2017 162,792 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 25 May 2017 162,791 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 May 2016 159,642 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 158,399 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear splits in outer sidewall

Pass 23 Aug 2014 152,485 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 145,248 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2013 145,248 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2012 138,784 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 129,050 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 121,444 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 117,088 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2009 117,088 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 13 Dec 2006 70,104 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Rear tyres worn on inside edge.

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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VN53 FNT is a 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun in Silver with a 3,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 VN53 FNT, 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 VN53 FNT registered?

VN53 FNT is a 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun, first registered on 24 October 2003.

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The MOT history for VN53 FNT shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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