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2005 Mitsubishi Shogun Sport 2.5L Diesel · LX05 MFO

LX05 MFO

2005 Mitsubishi Shogun Sport (2.5L, diesel). First registered 01/03/2005. Recorded mileage 148,410 miles. MOT valid until 09/06/2027. Taxed until 01/09/2026.

Make & Model
MITSUBISHI SHOGUN SPORT
Year / Origin
2005 · Sidcup (South East London)
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 09/06/2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01/09/2026)
Recorded Mileage
148,410 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 2.5L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 09/06/2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/09/2026
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2005
Engine
2477cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle has just failed its most recent MOT in May 2026 with a significant number of defects. This failure is particularly concerning because it includes a wide range of safety-critical issues, including an ABS fault, a fractured rear coil spring, and a corroded brake pipe. There is a clear and worsening trend regarding structural corrosion. In March 2025, the vehicle failed due to significant corrosion on the X member mount and chassis leg. By May 2026, it failed again for excessive corrosion on a front suspension mounting that reduced structural strength, alongside general underside corrosion. This indicates that the chassis is deteriorating rapidly. Mechanical wear is also a recurring issue. The history shows a pattern of failures related to steering and suspension, specifically with ball joints, track rod ends, and wheel bearings. The braking system is unstable, with recorded issues ranging from imbalanced brakes and thin pads in 2023 to fluctuating service brakes and corroded pipes in 2026. The mileage is typical for a 21-year-old vehicle, averaging around 7,063 miles per year.

LX05 MFO Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 11/06/2026
  • 148,410 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (9 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
65
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently
! Older vehicle
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LX05 MFO Mileage History

  1. 27/09/2023129,300 mi
  2. 04/03/2025141,250 mi+11,950 mi
  3. 21/03/2025141,271 mi+21 mi
  4. 13/05/2026148,331 mi+7,060 mi
  5. 11/06/2026148,410 mi+79 mi

Average of roughly 7,066 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

LX05 MFO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Jun 2026, 18:01
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mitsubishi Shogun Sport (LX05 MFO) between September 2023 and June 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 11 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (9 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Bodywork (6 issues), Tyres (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 23 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear by fuel tank. (1.1.11 (c))”; “Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress”; “Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))”.

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