1996 · 28 years old at test · Diesel mostly

1996 Mitsubishi Shogun MOT pass rate and common faults

150 MOT tests in 2024. 70.0% passed first time, compared with 66.2% for all cars the same age.

106Above average
Passed first time70.0%
Failed or needed repairs30.0%
Typical mileage at test134,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 150 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases4.7%
  2. Chassis condition: or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting4.0%
  3. Chassis condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced4.0%
  4. Seat belts - prescribed areas: prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced4.0%
  5. Stop lamp: not working3.3%
  6. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength2.7%
  7. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt2.7%
  8. Integral vehicle structure condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced2.0%
  9. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively1.3%
  10. Wheel bearings: has excessive play1.3%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Body & chassis23.3%
  2. Lights & electrics12.0%
  3. Suspension12.0%
  4. Emissions & leaks7.3%
  5. Brakes6.7%
  6. Seat belts & airbags4.7%
  7. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)2.7%
  8. Tyres1.3%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine27.3%
  2. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded23.3%
  3. Chassis condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced10.0%
  4. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases8.7%
  5. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened8.0%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year does better than most cars its age, so it is a reasonable used buy on MOT record alone. Before buying, check the area that fails most: exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 1996 Mitsubishi Shogun?

In 2024, 70.0% of 1996 Mitsubishi Shogun cars passed their MOT first time, across 150 tests. The average for all 28-year-old cars was 66.2%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 1996 Mitsubishi Shogun?

The most common failure reasons were exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases; chassis condition: or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting; chassis condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced. The biggest problem area was body & chassis.

Is the 1996 Mitsubishi Shogun reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 106, which is above average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).