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WL53 BFN

2003 Mitsubishi Shogun

Black Diesel 3189cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

96,403 mi
Last recorded96,403 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2014
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun100,894 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL53 BFN
MakeMitsubishi
ModelShogun
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,189cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2014 96,403 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 83,922 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 73,650 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2011 64,874 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2010 56,342 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2010 56,342 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 47,330 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 39,426 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 34,579 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 25,619 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

offside front coil spring not sitting well in lower spring cup,

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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WL53 BFN is a 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun in Black with a 3,189cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 WL53 BFN, 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 WL53 BFN registered?

WL53 BFN is a 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is WL53 BFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for WL53 BFN shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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