2003 Mitsubishi Shogun 3.2L Diesel · R40 REG
2003 Mitsubishi Shogun (3.2L, diesel). First registered 01 Sept 2003. Recorded mileage 141,849 miles. MOT valid until 07 Jan 2027. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI SHOGUN
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 141,849 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
R40 REG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/01/2026
- 141,849 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring bodywork & corrosion items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
R40 REG MOT History
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 2003 Mitsubishi Shogun (R40 REG) between March 2023 and January 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 08 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Bodywork (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 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: “Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural ”; “Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural”.
R40 REG Mileage History
- 23/03/2023122,680 mi
- 10/02/2024127,750 mi+5,070 mi
- 31/01/2025133,743 mi+5,993 mi
- 29/12/2025141,848 mi+8,105 mi
- 08/01/2026141,849 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 6,850 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
Known faults for Mitsubishi Mitsubishi Shogun Mk3
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Vehicle & Plate History
Previous plates for this vehicle
Similar Vehicles
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (R40R Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as R40REG.
PEUGEOT
308
MINI
COOPER CLASSIC C AUTO
AUDI
A7 S LINE 40 TDI MHEV S-A
NISSAN
QASHQAI
AUDI
A5
LAND ROVER
DISCOVERY
LAND ROVER
FREELANDER
JAGUAR
XE
HONDA
CR-V
VAUXHALL
ASTRA BUSINESS EDITION NAV T D
VOLKSWAGEN
GOLF
BMW
420
MITSUBISHI SHOGUN Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2003 model year cars.
- Fuel Tank DelaminationSerious
The internal lining of the steel fuel tank can flake off, clogging the fuel filter, lines, and eventually damaging the high-pressure fuel pump and injectors.
- Rear Subframe & Arch RustSerious
Severe structural corrosion often develops around the rear subframe, rear suspension arms, and inner wheel arches.
- Brake Accumulator (ABS Pump) FailureSerious
The electric pump and nitrogen-filled accumulator tank can fail, leading to a loss of power assistance for the brakes.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.