2005 Mitsubishi Shogun Sport 2.5L Diesel · MD54 FDP

The roadworthiness of this vehicle is currently compromised following a failure in the most recent MOT test on 15 December 2025 at 128,189 miles. While the vehicle maintained a clean record for three consecutive years, the sudden failure without prior advisory warnings suggests a mechanical or safety-related defect that has not been addressed. Because the tester did not record specific defects for the 2025 failure, the vehicle remains technically unroadworthy until a re-test is conducted and a pass is issued. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 21-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,100 miles per year. There is a notable period of low usage between December 2023 and December 2024, where the car covered only 1,168 miles in a year. However, usage increased significantly in the following year, with 8,812 miles recorded between December 2024 and December 2025. This sudden spike in mileage often correlates with accelerated wear on rubber components, suspension bushings, and braking systems, which may explain the recent failure after years of clean results. A buyer must perform a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and underbody for structural corrosion, given the age and model of this Shogun Sport. The failure in December 2022 occurring just 11 miles after a previous test indicates the vehicle may be prone to marginal components that require immediate attention. Specific focus should be paid to the condition of the brake calipers, the state of the shock absorbers, and the integrity of the exhaust system. Since the most recent failure lacks detailed defect data in the record, the specific reason for the MOT failure must be clarified with the seller before proceeding with a purchase.