2006 Mitsubishi Shogun 3.2L Diesel · K18 LDM

The 2006 Mitsubishi Shogun is currently roadworthy following the September 2025 retest at 189,589 miles, but the maintenance trend is concerning, as a failure just one mile earlier on 24 September 2025 revealed serious brake pad wear, a rear shock fluid leak and a deteriorated front suspension ball‑joint dust cover, all of which were remedied before the subsequent pass. Mileage has risen steadily from 175,616 miles in November 2022 to 189,589 miles in September 2025, an average increase of roughly 5,000 miles per year, consistent with the vehicle’s 20‑year age and typical usage patterns, with no evidence of long standing periods or abrupt mileage spikes. Recurring issues include edge‑worn tyres on both rear and front positions, persistent corrosion of the rear and front brake pipes covered in grease, repeated failures of rear shock absorbers (fluid leaks and misting), severe deterioration of suspension arm ball‑joint dust covers, and corrosion of the seat‑belt anchorage area and wheel‑arch body structure; these points demand close inspection of suspension components, brake system integrity, tyre condition, and structural rust. A buyer should therefore verify the condition of the rear and front shock absorbers, test for binding or leaking calipers, examine brake discs and pads for wear, inspect the brake pipes for internal corrosion, assess tyre tread and edge wear, and look for any fresh rust on the wheel arches or body structure, ensuring that the recent repairs were performed to a proper standard.