1993 MITSUBISHI SHOGUN2.5L DIESEL

The most recent MOT for the 1993 Mitsubishi Shogun was a failure on 2007-05-09, recorded at 123,606 miles. This failure included a serious fluid leak from the nearside front shock absorber, excessive smoke from the turbocharged exhaust, and slight play in the nearside front wheel bearing. A play in the nearside front steering idler was also noted, which had previously been recorded in a later-passed MOT on 2007-05-14 at 123,608 miles. The recurring issues—particularly the shock absorber leak, wheel bearing play, and steering idler play—suggest a pattern of mechanical degradation. These defects were not fully resolved between the 2007-05-09 failure and the subsequent pass, indicating potential incomplete repairs or ongoing wear. The exhaust smoke issue, classified as a failure, points to a significant problem with the engine’s combustion or turbocharger, which could affect performance and emissions. The vehicle’s mileage of 123,608 miles over 33 years equates to roughly 3,746 miles per year, which is low for its age. This could imply light use or prolonged periods of inactivity, both of which may contribute to mechanical issues like seized components, corrosion, or underused systems. However, the low mileage does not definitively indicate minimal wear, as older vehicles can develop faults unrelated to mileage. The trend in the MOT history shows a worsening condition, with the 2007 failure highlighting multiple critical defects.