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AY51 NJF

2001 Mitsubishi Shogun

Silver Diesel 2835cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

57,849 mi
Last recorded57,849 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 2001 Mitsubishi Shogun103,809 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY51 NJF
MakeMitsubishi
ModelShogun
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,835cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 57,849 miles

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 May 2024 56,368 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

slight underbody corrosion

Pass 12 Jul 2022 56,534 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 56,357 miles

Underside of car rusty

Pass 8 Jul 2020 56,350 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 7 Jul 2020 56,348 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear nail in tyre

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 59,621 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 56,297 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2018 56,297 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 56,258 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 59,246 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2016 59,246 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 58,215 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 56,147 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 56,013 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2013 56,013 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 55,138 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 52,410 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 50,099 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 46,344 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 44,935 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Mar 2008 37,782 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 12 Feb 2007 28,530 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 25,695 miles

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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AY51 NJF is a 2001 Mitsubishi Shogun in Silver with a 2,835cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 Mitsubishi Shogun models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 103,809 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AY51 NJF, 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 25 years old, this Mitsubishi Shogun is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AY51 NJF registered?

AY51 NJF is a 2001 Mitsubishi Shogun, first registered on 31 December 2001.

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