2007 Mitsubishi Shogun 3.2L Diesel · WR07 VYG

The vehicle remains currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend in structural degradation and mechanical wear. While the most recent test in September 2025 at 129,669 miles passed, the record highlights recurring issues that have persisted across several years. The presence of a binding offside front service brake in the 2025, 2024, and 2023 tests indicates a persistent mechanical fault that has not been adequately rectified by the previous owner. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 19-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,800 miles per year. The data shows steady usage, with 4,205 miles covered between October 2023 and October 2024, and another 4,222 miles in the year leading up to the 2025 test. This suggests the vehicle is used regularly rather than sitting for long periods, which often contributes to the aging of rubber components and the progression of corrosion seen on the chassis. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the underbody, as the tester has consistently flagged general underbody corrosion and specifically identified corroded rear inner sills in 2025 and a corroded exhaust section in 2024. These structural concerns represent the primary risk to the long-term viability of the Shogun. Furthermore, the steering system requires scrutiny; the history shows play in the steering rack inner joints from 2022 through 2023, alongside a failed track rod end ball joint in late 2023. Mechanical attention is also required for the persistent offside front brake binding and the thin rear brake pads noted in the 2025 advisory. While the fractured offside rear coil spring from 2023 was clearly replaced, the buyer should check the remaining suspension components for signs of fatigue or rust. The slightly defective nearside headlamp lens has remained a recurring advisory for four years, indicating a general lack of attention to minor defect items.