MITSUBISHI SHOGUN1996 · 2.8L DIESEL

The roadworthiness of this Mitsubishi Shogun is unverified due to a lack of MOT testing for over nine years. The last recorded test took place in January 2017 at 131,487 miles, where the vehicle passed despite several structural advisories. Since no tests have been performed since that date, the current state of the chassis, braking, and safety systems is unknown. The maintenance trend effectively stalled in 2017, which significantly increases the risk of undetected mechanical failure or advanced structural decay. The vehicle shows exceptionally low mileage for its thirty-year age, averaging approximately 4,400 miles per year. However, the data reveals a significant gap in activity. Between October 2015 and January 2017, the vehicle covered only 7,206 miles over sixteen months. While low mileage suggests less wear on the drivetrain, it often leads to the degradation of rubber components, seized brakes, and internal fluid corrosion. The lack of records in the last decade suggests the vehicle may have sat stationary for long periods or been off use. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the structural integrity, specifically the sills and suspension mounting points. The 2017 test flagged corrosion on the nearside front and rear suspension mountings, as well as filler material on the offside rear wheel arch that obscured the inspection. Given the time elapsed, these areas of rust likely progressed into structural perforation. The braking system also requires rigorous scrutiny, as the history shows a recurring pattern of corroded brake pipes, pitted discs, and binding calipers noted between 2013 and 2015.