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WG53 EVJ

2003 Mitsubishi Shogun

Black Diesel 3200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

151,637 mi
Last recorded151,637 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2022
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun100,894 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG53 EVJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelShogun
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2022 151,637 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (rear corner) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed drivers (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (rear) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Oct 2021 143,322 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Oct 2020 136,646 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 128,684 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 124,628 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 119,983 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 28 Jun 2016 113,818 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2016 113,705 miles

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

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 18 Jun 2015 108,435 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 104,822 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 96,334 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2013 96,318 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 87,095 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 80,654 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 68,231 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2010 68,231 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Feb 2010 59,835 miles

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

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 1 Dec 2008 40,002 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 34,869 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2008 34,869 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2006 26,189 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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WG53 EVJ is a 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun in Black with a 3,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 WG53 EVJ, 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.

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What year was WG53 EVJ registered?

WG53 EVJ is a 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun, first registered on 31 October 2003.

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