2016 Mitsubishi Shogun 3.2L Diesel · K9 XRJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy with a maintenance trend showing improvement after a period of recorded neglect. The most recent test in January 2026 at 68,633 miles showed only a minor advisory for light oil misting on the offside rear shock absorber. This represents a significant recovery from the 2023 inspection, which flagged multiple brake and suspension defects. The clean records from 2024 and 2025 indicate that the previous owner addressed the pressing mechanical issues identified earlier. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use vehicle, averaging approximately 6,800 miles per year since registration. Between February 2022 and February 2023, the vehicle covered 5,333 miles, which aligns with the period where several wear-related faults appeared. Since the February 2024 test, the car has covered 10,505 miles without failing. This steady accumulation suggests regular use, though the low annual mileage can sometimes lead to rubber components and brake seals hardening if the vehicle sits for long periods. A buyer should personally inspect the offside rear shock absorber to ensure the misting has not progressed to a structural leak, which would require replacement. Given the 2023 history of thin brake pads, pitted discs, and a binding nearside caliper, a thorough check of the current braking system is necessary to confirm these components were replaced with quality parts. The anti-roll bar linkages, which showed play in 2023, should also be checked for clunking noises over bumps, as these are common points of suspension wear on this chassis.