2008 Mitsubishi Shogun 3.2L Diesel · CP08 AXN

The vehicle is currently in a roadworthy state based on its last MOT pass on 19 September 2024 at 130,903 miles, which recorded no defects. The maintenance trend is stable, though the history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent test followed a failure just one day prior due to an SRS warning lamp, incorrect headlamp aim, and a faulty stop lamp, suggesting the owner only addressed these basic electrical and lighting faults when forced to by the inspection. The mileage is consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging roughly 7,272 miles per year. A notable period of inactivity occurred between August 2023 and September 2024, where the odometer moved only 613 miles over thirteen months. This low usage pattern can often lead to issues such as brake binding or battery degradation, which aligns with the failures seen in previous years. A prospective buyer must scrutinise the chassis and suspension for corrosion. The August 2022 test at 126,265 miles flagged significant corrosion across the underside, front and rear sub-frames, and the offside rear inner suspension mounting area. While the tester noted these were not seriously weakened at the time, such widespread oxidation on a 2008 Shogun typically progresses. The presence of corrosion in prescribed areas is a long-term structural risk that requires a physical inspection to ensure the integrity has not deteriorated since 2022. Mechanical attention should also be paid to the braking system and steering. The August 2022 failure highlighted a binding nearside front brake and a worn brake disc, alongside a worn offside front track rod end and a loose nearside rear wheel bearing. While these were cleared for the subsequent pass, the combination of binding brakes and suspension play indicates a history of wear on critical drivetrain components. Verify that these parts have been replaced rather than merely adjusted.