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VO53 KYF

2003 Mitsubishi Shogun

Blue Diesel 3200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

153,982 mi
Last recorded153,982 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun100,894 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO53 KYF
MakeMitsubishi
ModelShogun
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 153,982 miles

Unable to carry out full inspection of outer sills due to covers fitted

Pass 16 Oct 2024 150,795 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear brake disc back plates corroded

Pass 2 Oct 2023 147,338 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2023 147,337 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Sep 2022 141,950 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 135,169 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2021 135,168 miles

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Sep 2020 129,144 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 123,635 miles

n/s/f upper and lower ball joint dust covers deteriorating slightly

o/s/f upper and lower ball joint dust covers deteriorating slightly

rear brake discs slight pitted

slight corrosion to both inner sills

Pass 17 Aug 2018 121,527 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 117,134 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 114,776 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 113,082 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 110,348 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 106,250 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 100,982 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 97,232 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 89,712 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2009 73,030 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2009 73,008 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Oct 2008 49,771 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 42,653 miles

windscreen cracked

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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VO53 KYF is a 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun in Blue with a 3,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 VO53 KYF, 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 VO53 KYF registered?

VO53 KYF is a 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun, first registered on 22 October 2003.

Is VO53 KYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VO53 KYF shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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