2002 Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin 2.0L Petrol · EX02 AHF

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, having passed its latest MOT in April 2024 at 146,366 miles. While the recent pass is clean, the history reveals a pattern of immediate failures followed by passes. In both 2023 and 2024, the vehicle failed the test just days or miles apart before subsequently passing. This suggests the previous owner engaged in reactive maintenance, addressing specific faults only when necessitated by a test deadline rather than following a proactive preventative service schedule. At 24 years old, the recorded 146,366 miles average to approximately 6,100 miles per year, which aligns with typical annual usage for a vehicle of this age. There is a significant two-year gap between the February 2021 test and the March 2023 test, during which the vehicle covered only 3,086 miles. Such low-frequency use often indicates long periods stationary which can lead to the degradation of rubber components, seized brake calipers, and fluid contamination despite the low odometer reading. The mileage accumulation since 2023 has been minimal, covering only 1,847 miles in the last two years. A buyer must focus the physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and suspension mounting, as older Japanese SUVs are prone to hidden corrosion that MOT tests may miss. Given the reactive maintenance trend, a thorough check for worn brake discs, perished suspension bushes, and leaking hydraulic components is essential. The recent failures suggest the vehicle may operate on the edge of its compliance limits, requiring a professional mechanical survey to ensure the drivetrain and safety systems are not nearing an expensive failure.