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A3 TJE

1987 Mitsubishi Shogun

White Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2015
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

178,467 mi
Last recorded178,467 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2014
Typical for 1987 Mitsubishi Shogun143,482 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mitsubishi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 TJE
MakeMitsubishi
ModelShogun
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2014 178,467 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 10 Sep 2014 178,410 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Shogun?

Based on 1,312,716 MOT tests across 114,900 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
6,178
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
114,900
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 75,153
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,833
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 30,460
Registration plate lamp not working 28,647
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 28,630
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A3 TJE is a 1987 Mitsubishi Shogun in White with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1987 Mitsubishi Shogun models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.4% with a typical mileage of 143,482 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Shogun fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 75,153 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A3 TJE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Shogun typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 39 years old, this Mitsubishi Shogun is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A3 TJE?

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What year was A3 TJE registered?

A3 TJE is a 1987 Mitsubishi Shogun, first registered on 25 November 1987.

Is A3 TJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 TJE shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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