Large SUV · 1996–2021 cars

Mitsubishi Shogun reliability

The Mitsubishi Shogun fails 33.1% of first MOT tests, 11% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, based on 112,903 DVSA MOT tests from 2022 to 2024.

About averageReliability score 60/100#25 of 30 large suvs

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first-time MOT fail rate (all cars: 28.4%): 33.1%; first-time MOT fail rate (all cars: 28.4%)
fails than cars of the same age and mileage: 11% fewer; fails than cars of the same age and mileage
MOT tests analysed, 2022 to 2024: 112,903; MOT tests analysed, 2022 to 2024
typical miles a year, from MOT readings: 8,900; typical miles a year, from MOT readings

MOT fail rate by age

How the Mitsubishi Shogun ages

Each point is the share of Mitsubishi Shoguns of that age that failed their MOT first time, against all cars of the same age.

Mitsubishi ShogunAll cars

Mitsubishi Shogun first-time MOT fail rate by age
Age at MOT (years)	Mitsubishi Shogun	All cars
3	12.6%	12.3%
4	13.7%	14.1%
5	15.5%	16.4%
6	16.5%	19.1%
7	17.9%	22.1%
8	21.6%	25.5%
9	24.8%	28.8%
10	27.6%	31.8%
11	31.9%	34.6%
12	32.5%	37.3%
13	36.6%	39.5%
14	41.5%	41.1%
15	41.6%	42.3%
16	41.4%	42.9%
17	41.8%	43.4%
18	41.8%	43.5%
19	40.6%	43.4%
20	38.7%	42.8%
21	39.6%	41.4%
22	38.3%	40.6%
23	36.7%	38.9%
24	30.2%	37.1%
25	29.9%	35.8%

By year

The best and worst Mitsubishi Shogun years

1998 cars come out best and 2006 cars worst, once age and mileage are taken into account.

Mitsubishi Shogun MOT results by year of first registration
First registered	Tests	Fail rate	Against same-age cars	Typical mileage
2021 Shogun	1,075	10.5%	22% fewer fails	35,602
2020 Shogun	1,340	12.8%	7% fewer fails	33,793
2019 Shogun	2,303	13%	13% fewer fails	37,764
2018 Shogun	4,258	13.6%	17% fewer fails	41,250
2017 Shogun	4,189	16%	12% fewer fails	46,366
2016 Shogun	5,632	18.3%	13% fewer fails	55,218
2015 Shogun	6,703	18.8%	22% fewer fails	60,895
2014 Shogun	5,571	24.8%	11% fewer fails	73,430
2013 Shogun	3,221	26.6%	15% fewer fails	82,138
2012 Shogun	2,402	27.8%	20% fewer fails	92,054
2011 Shogun	3,850	31%	19% fewer fails	102,565
2010 Shogun	3,817	36.3%	10% fewer fails	111,458
2009 Shogun	2,445	39.7%	6% fewer fails	117,188
2008 Shogun	3,764	40.4%	7% fewer fails	117,579
2007 Shogun	8,834	40.1%	10% fewer fails	119,464
2006 Shogun	10,826	42.8%	5% fewer fails	119,924
2005 Shogun	12,967	42.4%	6% fewer fails	123,929
2004 Shogun	12,705	40.2%	12% fewer fails	129,748
2003 Shogun	6,517	40.8%	10% fewer fails	128,066
2002 Shogun	3,775	40.1%	10% fewer fails	128,431
2001 Shogun	1,813	39%	10% fewer fails	127,616
2000 Shogun	1,100	36.7%	13% fewer fails	128,165
1999 Shogun	1,428	32.7%	19% fewer fails	135,347
1998 Shogun	1,680	30.1%	23% fewer fails	129,732
1997	554	35.4%	9% fewer fails	129,023

Common problems

What fails most on a Mitsubishi Shogun

Its weak spot is steering: 66% more fails there than cars of the same age and mileage.

Fail rate by area

Lights and electrics13.7%20% below avg
Suspension13.3%4% below avg
Brakes11.5%7% above avg
Body, chassis and structure7.9%18% above avg
Steering5.5%66% above avg
Windscreen, wipers and mirrors5.3%13% below avg
Exhaust, emissions and leaks3.8%31% below avg
Tyres3.7%46% below avg
Seat belts and airbags2.2%0% above avg

Average for cars of the same age and mileage

Top MOT failures

1
Suspension mounting area seriously corroded 3.24% of tests
Corrosion near suspension mountings can seriously weaken the body structure, so an expert inspection is needed.
2
Position lamp not working 3.2% of tests
A failed position lamp makes the car harder to see in poor light and is illegal, so it must be repaired.
3
Stop lamp not working 2.75% of tests
A failed stop lamp means drivers behind cannot see when you brake, a safety risk that must be fixed.
4
Brake pads worn below 1.5mm 2.47% of tests
Pads worn below 1.5mm lose stopping power and can damage discs, so replacement is needed before the car is driven.
5
Suspension ball joint excessively worn 2.34% of tests
A worn ball joint can fail and cause loss of steering control, so it must be replaced promptly.
6
Wiper blade not clearing windscreen 2.25% of tests
Wipers that do not clear the windscreen reduce visibility in rain, which is a safety risk, so replace them.
7
Exhaust has major gas leak 2.19% of tests
A major exhaust leak can let poisonous gas into the car and is illegal, so it must be repaired before driving.
8
Track rod end ball joint excessively worn 2.19% of tests
Worn steering ball joints can affect steering control and safety, so repair is needed before the car is driven.

Most common advisories

Not a fail yet, but worth pricing in: these show up on a Mitsubishi Shogun's MOT certificate most often.

Tyre worn close to legal limit11.41%
Brake pipes corroded and greasy10.98%
Brake pads wearing thin7.98%
Engine oil leak, not excessive7.55%
Brake disc pitted or scored6.68%
Wheel bearing slight play4.75%

Before you buy

What to check on a used Mitsubishi Shogun

1
Suspension mounting area seriously corroded
Corrosion near suspension mountings can seriously weaken the body structure, so an expert inspection is needed.
2
Position lamp not working
A failed position lamp makes the car harder to see in poor light and is illegal, so it must be repaired.
3
Stop lamp not working
A failed stop lamp means drivers behind cannot see when you brake, a safety risk that must be fixed.
4
Brake pads worn below 1.5mm
Pads worn below 1.5mm lose stopping power and can damage discs, so replacement is needed before the car is driven.
5
Every MOT since new
Look for the faults above coming back year after year: it shows how the car has been looked after.
6
The mileage record
A typical Mitsubishi Shogun covers about 8,900 miles a year. A big gap or a drop between MOTs is a warning sign.
7
Finance, stolen and write-off
The records the MOT can't show. A Full Check (£9.99) covers all three before you hand over any money.

Fuel types tested

Diesel94.9%
Petrol5%
LPG0.1%
Other0%

Most common colours

Silver, Black, Grey, Blue, White

Average engine size: 3.0 litres.

Compare

How the Mitsubishi Shogun compares with its rivals

Mitsubishi Shogun against similar models
Model	Fail rate	Against same-age cars
Porsche Cayenne	13.8%	52% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age
Lexus RX	19.2%	43% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age
Mercedes-Benz GLE	10.6%	42% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age
Mercedes-Benz M-Class	27%	29% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age
Volkswagen Touareg	22.5%	26% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age
Land Rover Range Rover Velar	13.7%	13% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age
Mitsubishi Shogun	33.1%	11% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age

Every large suv ranked in the large suv reliability index, or all Mitsubishi models.

Questions

Mitsubishi Shogun questions, answered

Is the Mitsubishi Shogun reliable?

On MOT results, the Mitsubishi Shogun is about average: it fails 33.1% of first MOT tests, 11% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage. It ranks 25 of 30 large suv models in our index.

What fails most on a Mitsubishi Shogun MOT?

The most common MOT failures on the Mitsubishi Shogun are suspension mounting area seriously corroded (3.24% of tests), position lamp not working (3.2% of tests), stop lamp not working (2.75% of tests). By area, lights and electrics fails 13.7% of its tests.

Which Mitsubishi Shogun year is the most reliable?

Among years with 1,000+ tests, 1998 cars do best (23% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age) and 2006 cars do worst (5% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age).

How many miles does a Mitsubishi Shogun do a year?

A typical Mitsubishi Shogun covers about 8,900 miles a year, from the mileage recorded at its MOTs. Check the car you're looking at against that with a free mileage check.

How do I check a Mitsubishi Shogun before I buy it?

Enter its registration for a free check of its MOT history, mileage, ULEZ status and tax. Before you pay, a Full Check (£9.99) shows outstanding finance, stolen and write-off records.

Source: DVSA anonymised MOT test results, 2022 to 2024, class 4 vehicles aged 3 to 25, normal tests only. How we compare like with like: our methodology.

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