Mitsubishi Shogun years to avoid? MOT pass rate by year
No Mitsubishi Shogun year has an MOT pass rate clearly below the average for vehicles first used in the same year. Above it: 2004–2006, 2011 and 2014–2016. The other 4 years can't be told apart from average.
- Below the average for their first-use yearNone
- Above the average for their first-use year2004–2006, 2011 and 2014–2016
- Can't be told apart from average2007, 2017–2018 and 2021
The MOT pass rate is one signal, not the whole story. An MOT checks safety and emissions on the day of the test. It doesn't record gearbox or engine faults, and a pass rate also reflects mileage and upkeep, so the table shows median mileage too. Whatever the year, the car in front of you matters more than its model's average.
First-time pass rate, all years together: initial tests passed with no repairs. 95% range 70.1% to 71.6%.
In 2025, 70.9% of the 15,497 initial MOT tests on Mitsubishi Shogun cars were passed with no repairs. The same-age average, for all vehicles first used in the same years, was 67.8%. That is 3.0 points above the same-age average.
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Mitsubishi Shogun MOT pass rate by year
| Year | Chart | Testsmedian miles | Passed first time | Against all vehicles that year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021age 4 | 1,19941,300 | 86.2%±2.1 | −1.0 ptsall: 87.2% | |
| 2018age 7 | 1,12955,200 | 81.1%±2.4 | +0.2 ptsall: 80.9% | |
| 2017age 8 | 1,15660,400 | 80.4%±2.4 | +2.2 ptsall: 78.2% | |
| 2016age 9 | 1,54167,100 | 77.4%±2.2 | +2.5 ptsall: 74.9% | |
| 2015age 10 | 1,83273,100 | 77.6%±2.0 | +5.7 ptsall: 71.9% | |
| 2014age 11 | 1,53686,300 | 73.5%±2.3 | +4.9 ptsall: 68.6% | |
| 2011age 14 | 1,050114,000 | 65.7%±3.0 | +4.5 ptsall: 61.2% | |
| 2007age 18 | 1,520130,200 | 59.4%±2.5 | +2.0 ptsall: 57.4% | |
| 2006age 19 | 1,369131,200 | 59.9%±2.7 | +2.9 ptsall: 57.0% | |
| 2005age 20 | 1,585132,400 | 60.4%±2.5 | +2.8 ptsall: 57.6% | |
| 2004age 21 | 1,580138,300 | 62.5%±2.5 | +4.7 ptsall: 57.8% |
Tests are initial MOT tests in 2025, not retests. Median miles is the middle odometer reading at the test: half had more, half had less. ± is the 95% margin of error in points (Wilson interval): a difference smaller than that could be chance. Years without a link have fewer than 10,000 tests, so they are listed here but don't have their own page.
When a car's mileage doesn't add upDoes mileage matter?
84.1% of Mitsubishi Shogun tests at 30,000 to 59,999 miles passed first time, against 60.5% at 120,000 miles or more. For all vehicles of the same age and mileage, the figures are 79.8% and 56.4%.
| Miles at the test | Tests | Passed first time | Against all vehicles, same age and mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30,000–59,999 | 3,190 | 84.1%±1.4 | +4.2 ptsall: 79.8% |
| 60,000–89,999 | 3,444 | 75.6%±1.5 | +6.0 ptsall: 69.7% |
| 90,000–119,999 | 3,063 | 64.1%±1.8 | +3.5 ptsall: 60.6% |
| 120,000 or more | 5,051 | 60.5%±1.4 | +4.1 ptsall: 56.4% |
Against all vehicles of the same age and mileage, Shogun tests were above average in every band shown.
Mileage is only one factor. How a car has been driven and looked after matters too. These figures show an association across all Mitsubishi Shogun tests in 2025, not what mileage does to a particular car.
Mileage is the odometer reading at the initial test. Each band is compared with all vehicles first used in the same year with a reading in the same band, weighted by this model's own tests in each year. Bands need at least 1,000 tests. Not shown, with fewer than 1,000 tests: under 30,000. 8 tests (0.1%) had no usable odometer reading and are left out. How we count
Common Shogun problems at the MOT
MOT records show roadworthiness faults, not engine or gearbox problems. Each year page compares that year's failure areas with all vehicles first used in the same year.
Most common MOT failures on the Mitsubishi Shogun
| Defect | Share of failed tests | All vehicles, same age |
|---|---|---|
| Brake pads less than 1.5 mm thickBrakes | 10.4%468 tests | 5.6% |
| Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strengthSuspension | 10.2%461 tests | 3.2% |
| Position lamp not workingLights and electrics | 9.8%443 tests | 9.8% |
| Suspension arm ball joint excessively wornSuspension | 9.4%424 tests | 5.2% |
| Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirtSteering | 9.0%408 tests | 1.0% |
| Coil spring fractured or brokenSuspension | 8.3%373 tests | 7.9% |
| Stop lamp not workingLights and electrics | 8.1%364 tests | 7.5% |
| Track rod end ball joint has excessive playSteering | 7.4%335 tests | 4.0% |
| Wiper does not clear the windscreen effectivelyWindscreen, wipers, mirrors | 7.4%334 tests | 6.9% |
| Service brake performance excessively bindingBrakes | 5.3%238 tests | 3.1% |
These are failures recorded at initial MOT tests in 2025. Retests are not counted. "All vehicles, same age" is the same defect's share of failed tests for all vehicles first used in the same years, weighted by the Shogun's failed tests in each year. How we count
What to check when viewing a Shogun
Suspension
- Push down hard on each corner. The car should rise once and settle, not keep bouncing.
- On the test drive, listen for knocks or clunks over speed bumps and potholes.
- The car should sit level when parked on flat ground.
Lights and electrics
- Ask the seller to help you check every light: dipped and main beam, brake lights, indicators, fog lights and the number plate lamp.
- Look for cracked, misted or yellowed headlight lenses.
- Warning lights on the dashboard should come on with the ignition and go out once the engine starts.
Brakes
- On a clear road, brake firmly. The car should stop in a straight line without juddering or pulling to one side.
- Check the handbrake holds the car on a slope.
- Look through the wheels at the brake discs for deep grooves or a raised lip at the edge.
Then read the car's own MOT history. Advisories in the same area at several tests are worth asking about.
Check a Shogun's MOT historyAfter an MOT advisory
Tyres
Of Mitsubishi Shogun cars that passed their 2024 MOT with a tyre advisory and came back for their next MOT 10–14 months later, 6.3% failed on tyres, against 2.4% of similar cars with nothing noted. Based on 1,596 and 9,349 cars.
Cars not tested again in that window are not included: 19.9% of those with a tyre advisory and 17.6% of the others.
Brakes
Of Mitsubishi Shogun cars that passed their 2024 MOT with a brake advisory and came back for their next MOT 10–14 months later, 11.4% failed on brakes, against 6.9% of similar cars with nothing noted. Based on 2,429 and 8,401 cars.
Cars not tested again in that window are not included: 20.4% of those with a brake advisory and 17.2% of the others.
Suspension
Of Mitsubishi Shogun cars that passed their 2024 MOT with a suspension advisory and came back for their next MOT 10–14 months later, 15.6% failed on suspension, against 9.9% of similar cars with nothing noted. Based on 2,045 and 8,650 cars.
Cars not tested again in that window are not included: 23.8% of those with a suspension advisory and 16.3% of the others.
Similar cars are the same model, first-use year and mileage band. Areas are the DVSA's top-level groups, so the later fail may not be the fault that was advised. These figures describe what happened to these cars. They don't show what a repair would have changed.
How we worked this outAll models compared, with the dataMitsubishi Shogun questions
Which Mitsubishi Shogun years have lower MOT pass rates?
Compared with all vehicles first used in the same year, no model year is clearly below average. Above average: 2004–2006, 2011 and 2014–2016. The rest can't be told apart from average. A pass rate is one signal: it also reflects mileage and upkeep, and doesn't record engine or gearbox faults.
Is the Mitsubishi Shogun reliable?
MOT results show only part of the picture. In 2025, 70.9% of initial MOT tests on Mitsubishi Shogun cars were passed with no repairs, against a same-age average of 67.8%. That is 3.0 points above average. An MOT checks safety and emissions on the day of the test. It doesn't measure breakdowns, engine or gearbox faults, or repair costs.
What are the most common Mitsubishi Shogun problems at the MOT?
The most common failure areas are suspension (in 39.3% of failed tests), lights and electrics (in 36.0% of failed tests) and brakes (in 33.7% of failed tests). A failed test can count in more than one area.
What mileage is normal for a 10-year-old Mitsubishi Shogun?
At their 2025 MOT tests, Mitsubishi Shogun cars first used in 2015, about 10 years old, had a median of 73,100 miles. Half had more and half had less.
How do I check a specific Shogun's MOT history?
Enter its registration in our free check. It lists that car's own MOT results, the faults and advisories recorded and the mileage at each test, and flags repeated advisories and mileage that goes down.
Check a car's MOT history for freeWhat MOT data can't tell you about any Mitsubishi Shogun
Outstanding finance, write-offs, theft and plate changes aren't in MOT records. For a particular car, you need a history check.
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Cars ranked by MOT pass rate, by ageSource: DVSA anonymised MOT tests, 2025. For guidance only: these figures describe all Mitsubishi Shogun cars tested, not the one you're looking at. How we count