2006 Mitsubishi Shogun Sport 2.5L Diesel · ND06 XMV

The Mitsubishi Shogun Sport presents a stable and reassuring roadworthiness profile. The most recent test on 14 October 2025 at 77,978 miles passed with zero defects recorded, and this clean sheet is not an anomaly. The vehicle has passed every single MOT in the provided history, with no advisories or failures noted across multiple test cycles. This indicates a consistent pattern of mechanical reliability and diligent preventative maintenance rather than reactive repairs. The mileage accumulation tells a clear story of very light use. Between the November 2023 test at 71,958 miles and the October 2025 test at 77,978 miles, the vehicle covered just 6,020 miles over nearly two full years. That equates to roughly 3,000 miles per year, well below the typical UK average. The record shows no sudden spikes or suspicious gaps in testing intervals, with annual MOTs completed consistently each autumn. The two failed tests on 13 October 2025 and 16 October 2024 both show no defects recorded, suggesting these were likely administrative or booking-related retests rather than genuine mechanical failures. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should still conduct a thorough physical inspection. Low-mileage vehicles that stand for extended periods can develop issues that MOTs do not always capture, such as perished rubber suspension bushes, seized brake calipers, or corroded brake discs from surface rust accumulation during idle periods. The Shogun Sport's body-on-frame construction means the chassis and subframes deserve close scrutiny for corrosion, particularly around mounting points, sill areas, and the rear crossmember. Inspect the tyre sidewalls for age-related cracking, as rubber degrades with time regardless of tread depth. Check the exhaust system for corrosion at joints and flexi-pipes, and verify that the four-wheel-drive system engages and disengages smoothly, as transfer case and differential components can suffer from infrequent use. The power steering system and all suspension joints should be examined for play, as low mileage does not eliminate the risk of deterioration from age.