2006 Mitsubishi Shogun 3.2L Diesel · RJ56 FCM

The roadworthiness status of this 2006 Mitsubishi Shogun is concerning given that the most recent test on record occurred on October 4, 2021, at an unspecified mileage, meaning the vehicle has lacked a valid MOT test for nearly five years. The historical maintenance trend shows significant vulnerability, shifting from clean passes in 2015, 2018, and 2019 to a severe failure in September 2020 before a pass in October 2021, and the complete absence of testing since then creates an unpredictable mechanical risk profile for any prospective buyer. The recorded mileage stands at 185,013 miles on a vehicle roughly twenty years old, translating to an average of approximately 9,251 miles per year. Because the MOT data stops abruptly in late 2021, there is a major five-year data gap leading up to August 2026, during which usage intensity and structural deterioration remain completely unverified by official testing standards. Physical inspection must prioritize the heavy components that previously failed or received advisories, specifically checking the lower front suspension arm ball joints and front wheel bearings for play, as these required major intervention in September 2020. The front shock absorbers showed a light misting of oil across multiple tests between 2020 and 2021, indicating potential damping degradation that requires replacement. Rear brake disc pitting noted in 2017 alongside recurring tyre wear advisories across multiple years dictates a thorough evaluation of the entire braking system, axle components, and the underlying chassis structure for corrosion before purchase.