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WA53 VDL

2003 Mitsubishi Shogun

Silver Diesel 3189cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

168,689 mi
Last recorded168,689 miles
Recorded on18 May 2015
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun100,894 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA53 VDL
MakeMitsubishi
ModelShogun
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,189cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 May 2015 168,689 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 166,109 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 162,115 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2012 156,131 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2011 148,187 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

slight bind on n/s/f wheel

Pass 19 Mar 2011 148,187 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

slight bind on n/s/f wheel

Pass 31 Jul 2009 135,082 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2009 135,082 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2008 109,758 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2008 109,757 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2007 82,615 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 82,576 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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WA53 VDL is a 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun in Silver with a 3,189cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WA53 VDL, 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 WA53 VDL registered?

WA53 VDL is a 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is WA53 VDL safe to buy?

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