2005 Mitsubishi Shogun Sport 2.5L Diesel · WR05 UOV

The Mitsubishi Shogun Sport currently holds a roadworthy status, passing its most recent MOT test on 18 March 2026 with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend appears stable, although the history shows a pattern of immediate failures followed by successful passes in both 2025 and 2026. The fact that the vehicle failed and then passed immediately after suggests that the previous owner was addressing specific faults only to meet legal testing requirements rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance ahead of the dates. The vehicle has covered 208,238 miles over its 21-year lifespan, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per year. This aligns with typical annual usage for a large SUV of this age. The data shows steady mileage accumulation; between the September 2023 test and the January 2025 test, the vehicle covered 8,889 miles, and between the January 2025 test and the March 2026 test, it covered another 1,395 miles. This consistent usage pattern suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of standing, which is generally beneficial for engine seals and mechanical components, though the high total mileage places significant stress on the drivetrain and suspension. Given the clean nature of the most recent pass reports, an in-person inspection should focus on the structural integrity of the chassis and subframes. At this age and mileage, hidden corrosion is a primary risk that standard MOT tests may not fully capture until it reaches critical levels. The buyer should specifically examine the suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake calipers for signs of wear, as these components degrade significantly over high mileages. Since the record lacks specific advisories, a thorough check of the fluid leaks and the condition of the exhaust system is necessary to ensure the vehicle remains mechanically sound beyond the basic testing requirements.