2001 MITSUBISHI SHOGUN3.2L Diesel

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a clean pass on October 6, 2025 at 174,830 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the history shows a pattern of failure immediately prior to successful tests. In both 2024 and 2025, the vehicle failed the inspection within days of a re-test, suggesting the previous owner addressed specific safety-critical items only when prompted by the MOT tester rather than following a proactive maintenance schedule. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a twenty-five-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per annum. Between September 2023 and September 2024, the vehicle covered 5,733 miles, while a further 2,779 miles were recorded in the following year leading up to the 2025 test. This rate suggests regular, moderate use which is generally beneficial for seals and components, though the high total mileage of 174,830 miles indicates significant lifetime wear on the drivetrain, suspension bushings, and engine components. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and mounting points, as the age and mileage of this Shogun often lead to hidden corrosion. Given the history of failures without recorded advisories, a thorough check of the brake lines, caliper condition, and exhaust system is necessary to ensure the repairs made were not merely temporary. Inspect the suspension for signs of excessive play in the control arms and shock absorbers, as these high-mileage components frequently suffer from degradation that may not always be captured during a standard MOT inspection.