2004 MITSUBISHI SHOGUN EQUIPPE DI-D3.2L Diesel

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status following a successful test on 10 April 2026 at 131,763 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable but reactive, as evidenced by a pattern of failures immediately preceding successful passes. The vehicle failed in March 2026 and January 2025, yet passed shortly thereafter without any recorded defects. This suggests that the owner addresses specific mechanical faults only when they are flagged by the DVSA tester, rather than following a proactive preventative maintenance schedule. At 22 years old, the recorded mileage of 131,763 miles represents an average usage of approximately 6,000 miles per year. This low-mileage profile for a diesel 4x4 often indicates age-related wear rather than high-frequency strain. Between November 2023 and February 2025, the vehicle covered only 3,662 miles, while the most recent 4,000 miles were covered in the last fourteen months. Such periods of low use can lead to degradation of rubber components, seized sensors, and internal corrosion despite the low odometer reading. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity, specifically checking the chassis rails, floor pans, and wheel arches where this model is prone to rust. Given the reactive nature of the repairs, inspect the suspension bushes and control arms for play or perished rubber, and check the brake calipers for binding or uneven wear. The lack of recorded advisories in the history is unusual for a vehicle of this age and may suggest the tester overlooked minor issues that require immediate attention to pass the next inspection.