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E159 FGW

1988 Mitsubishi Shogun

Green Petrol 2555cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

138,181 mi
Last recorded138,181 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2007
Typical for 1988 Mitsubishi Shogun147,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE159 FGW
MakeMitsubishi
ModelShogun
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,555cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2007 138,181 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 135,684 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2006 135,678 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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E159 FGW is a 1988 Mitsubishi Shogun in Green with a 2,555cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1988 Mitsubishi Shogun models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.5% with a typical mileage of 147,208 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 E159 FGW, 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 38 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 E159 FGW?

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What year was E159 FGW registered?

E159 FGW is a 1988 Mitsubishi Shogun, first registered on 25 April 1988.

Is E159 FGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E159 FGW shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E159 FGW have outstanding finance?

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