2012 Mitsubishi Shogun 3.2L Diesel · WN12 EGD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a concerning progression in structural degradation. While it passed its most recent test in April 2026 at 124,163 miles, this followed a failure just six days prior at 123,936 miles. The failure revealed a worn front anti-roll bar bush and a misaligned headlamp, but the recurring advisories regarding corrosion on the sub-frame and suspension mounting areas indicate that the vehicle's structural integrity is subject to ongoing oxidation. At 124,163 miles over 14 years, the Shogun averages approximately 8,869 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for an SUV of this age. The data shows a consistent usage pattern, with roughly 12,600 miles covered between the 2024 and 2025 tests, and a further 11,723 miles covered in the final year. This steady mileage accumulation suggests the vehicle is used regularly, which helps prevent mechanical seizing but also accelerates the surface rust noted on the chassis. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis, sub-frames, and suspension mounting points mentioned in the 2025 and 2026 records. Although the tester noted that corrosion has not yet significantly reduced structural rigidity, the presence of rust on the front and rear sub-frames suggests the vehicle is entering a stage where thinning is inevitable. The fractured rear coil springs recorded in 2024 indicate that the suspension components are reaching the end of their service life, requiring a close look at all bushes, arms, and dampers to ensure no further mechanical failures.