2006 Mitsubishi Shogun 3.2L Diesel · WF06 SCZ

A persistent pattern of suspension wear and underbody component degradation defines this twenty-year-old Shogun's MOT history, with the most recent test on 13 March 2026 passing only after a recurrence of advisories noted two years earlier. Front suspension arm ball joints have now been flagged with slight play at both sides across consecutive tests in 2024 and again in 2026, suggesting progressive deterioration rather than a one-off observation. The offside front outer drive shaft CV boot has been recorded as severely deteriorated at the last two tests, and the offside headlamp lens defect has appeared repeatedly, indicating long-standing issues that have neither been rectified nor resolved through replacement. An advisory regarding a defective exhaust mounting in 2026 follows an earlier 2023 advisory for a broken rear exhaust silencer mounting pin, pointing to recurring exhaust system fatigue. The single recorded failure with dangerous defects in April 2023, caused by an offside rear tyre with exposed ply or cords, alongside a failed position lamp, demonstrates that this vehicle has on at least one occasion been presented for test in a condition falling well short of roadworthiness standards. Recorded mileage of 140,192 miles across twenty years equates to an annual accumulation of approximately 7,010 miles, which sits within typical parameters for the vehicle's age and usage class. There are no significant gaps in the testing record beyond the standard annual intervals, with tests consistently recorded between 2021 and 2026, indicating continuous use rather than extended periods off the road. Mileage progression between tests appears steady rather than displaying any abrupt jumps or stagnation that might suggest clock discrepancies or prolonged lay-ups. At this mileage level, consumable wear on braking components, suspension bushes, driveline joints, and steering linkages is to be expected, and the recorded advisories broadly correspond with what one would anticipate for a high-mileage SUV of this vintage. Given the recurring advisories for front suspension arm ball joints, any test drive should include careful attention to front-end knocking or clonking noises, particularly when traversing uneven surfaces, speed humps, or during full-lock low-speed manoeuvres where joint wear becomes most audible. Steering should be checked for vagueness, wandering, or excessive free play, particularly given the 2023 advisory regarding play in the steering rack inner joints at both sides and the 2021 major failure for a missing or compromised nearside steering rack gaiter. The brake pedal should be assessed for any binding or judder, and the offside front brake should be monitored for signs of sticking or uneven release, following the 2021 advisory for binding at that corner. Brake feel under load and any pulling to one side during moderate stopping should also be noted, as pad wear advisories from 2023 suggest attention is warranted to the front braking system. The persistent CV boot deterioration on the offside front outer drive shaft joint warrants a thorough inspection for grease loss around the joint and any clicking or rhythmic clunking on full lock, as a split boot left unrepaired will lead to premature joint failure. Exhaust mounting defects should prompt a physical check for excessive movement or rattling from the system, particularly when starting from cold or during engine overrun. The condition of the rear number plate should be verified for legibility, and the offside headlamp lens examined to confirm whether the deterioration affects light output or beam pattern. Tyres should be scrutinised for uneven inner or outer wear patterns, given multiple advisories for edge wear on the rear tyres, and a thorough underside inspection is advisable to assess the structural condition of mounting points, subframe, and brake lines, areas not visible from above but consistent with the corrosion and wear profile suggested by the recorded advisories.