2001 Mitsubishi Shogun Sport 3.0L Petrol · AE51 CUJ

The Mitsubishi Shogun Sport presents a currently roadworthy status, having passed its most recent MOT on 17 July 2023 at 60,556 miles with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend is stable across the available history, with no advisories or worsening mechanical faults flagged in any test. Two failed tests in 2021 and 2022 were logged with no defects recorded, indicating administrative or presentation issues at the testing station rather than genuine roadworthiness concerns. At roughly 25 years old, the vehicle shows exceptionally low use, accumulating only 60,556 miles or about 2,422 miles per year. The records show minimal annual movement: 58,832 miles on 27 July 2021, rising to 60,353 by 29 July 2022, then 60,556 by 17 July 2023. Such low mileage over a long period suggests extended standing time between uses, which commonly accelerates perishable component degradation despite clean test results. A buyer should physically inspect the suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake calipers for corrosion or binding after prolonged inactivity. The Shogun's chassis and underbody structural integrity warrant close examination for rust, given the age and likely outdoor storage. Although the MOT history is clean, the lack of recorded advisories does not confirm the condition of consumables such as tyres, wiper blades, or exhaust emissions systems. Given the 2023 test is now nearly three years old relative to today's date, a fresh MOT and independent mechanical inspection are advisable before purchase. Low-mileage older 4x4s often hide deteriorated rubber components and seized mechanisms that annual testing at minimal distances will not reveal.