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Mitsubishi Shogun

Green · Diesel · 2003 · 3,200 cc

L23 APHMOT history

L23 APH is a green diesel Mitsubishi Shogun first used on 31 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 135,572 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jun 2027
Mileage
135,572 mi
At MOT on 12 Jun 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,802 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 APH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mitsubishi
Model
Shogun
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,200 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 APH was last recorded at 135,572 miles on 12 Jun 2026, 1,869 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,703 miles · 17 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1,869 miles
Average per year
4,802 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,572 miles
  • 2025 – 133,703 miles
  • 2024 – 133,587 miles
  • 2023 – 130,722 miles
  • 2022 – 128,849 miles
  • 2021 – 126,860 miles
  • 2020 – 123,441 miles
  • 2019 – 118,745 miles
  • 2018 – 112,549 miles
  • 2017 – 106,198 miles
  • 2015 – 102,860 miles
  • 2014 – 96,649 miles
  • 2013 – 93,870 miles
  • 2012 – 91,725 miles
  • 2011 – 88,871 miles
  • 2010 – 85,936 miles
  • 2009 – 81,642 miles
  • 2008 – 60,323 miles
  • 2007 – 49,841 miles
  • 2006 – 38,080 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,572 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2018

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play upper and lower ball joints

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Underside of vehicle corroded / covered in mud

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 21 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,572 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    135,572 miles
    Test number
    495205449769
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail135,572 miles (+1,869)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,572 miles
    Test number
    498243481229
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible hid bulb (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible hid bulb (4.1.4 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass133,703 miles (+116)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    133,703 miles
    Test number
    287438524559
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play The upper dust cover is also split. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail133,587 miles (+2,865)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,587 miles
    Test number
    590308053045
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel arch has a hole within 30cm of the spring mounting, can be seen from under the bonnet and through the wheel arch. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel arch has a hole within 30cm of the spring mounting, can be seen from under the bonnet and through the wheel arch. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both headlamp lenses hazing over and starting to impact the beam pattern. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front pipes corroded. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor corroded around the rear subframe front mount but no holes could be made at the time of test. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both rear inner sills corroding around the rear body mounting but no holes could be made at the time of test. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Pass130,722 miles (+35)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    130,722 miles
    Test number
    784489907688
    • AdvisoryGeneral under vehicle corrosion - suspension components, subframes and brake components
    • AdvisoryMain front to rear steel brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteel brake pipes to front brake flexible hoses corroded

  6. Fail130,687 miles (+1,838)2 dangerous8 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,687 miles
    Test number
    640993302664
    • DangerousNearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements letters MUST be solid black in colour (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced 2x areas on outer sill (marked in white ) (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inside rear wheel arch (2x areas marked in white) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inside rear wheel arch (2x areas marked in white) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment no reserve travel remaining (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements letters MUST be solid black in colour (0.1 (d))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened ALL front and rear components corroded but not excessive (including subframes) (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass128,849 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    128,849 miles
    Test number
    347608603151
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play upper and lower ball joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded / covered in mud

  8. Fail128,848 miles (+1,988)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,848 miles
    Test number
    722710018651
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inside front wheel well front and rear within 30cm (front marked in yellow) rear needs checking if goes further down behind plastic (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play upper and lower ball joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded / covered in mud

  9. Pass126,860 miles (+3,419)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    126,860 miles
    Test number
    586442753943
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both lower and upper have slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded / covered in mud

  10. Pass123,441 miles (+4,696)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    123,441 miles
    Test number
    721274912065
    • AdvisoryUnder Body Corrosion

  11. Pass118,745 miles (+6,196)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    118,745 miles
    Test number
    640081802182
    • AdvisoryPrescribed areas and components not fully visible

  12. Pass112,549 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    112,549 miles
    Test number
    989203906844
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Fail112,537 miles (+6,339)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,537 miles
    Test number
    707498868937
    • DangerousOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lens damaged. Temporary repair.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass106,198 miles (+3,338)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    106,198 miles
    Test number
    889529491135
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass102,860 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    102,860 miles
    Test number
    898733734820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail102,860 miles (+6,211)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,860 miles
    Test number
    185747228051
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  17. Pass96,649 miles (+2,779)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    96,649 miles
    Test number
    426532454401
    • NoteRear suspention trail arm bushes worn
    • NoteSmall chip in windscreen
    • NoteSome play in n/s bottom ball joint

  18. Pass93,870 miles (+2,145)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    93,870 miles
    Test number
    199191563334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass91,725 miles (+2,854)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    91,725 miles
    Test number
    458192962327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass88,871 miles (+2,935)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    88,871 miles
    Test number
    597783541388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass85,936 miles (+4,294)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    85,936 miles
    Test number
    141169640338
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass81,642 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    81,642 miles
    Test number
    122240359365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail81,642 miles (+10,671)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,642 miles
    Test number
    411480659466
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  24. Pass70,971 miles (+10,648)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    70,971 miles
    Test number
    470195209085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass60,323 miles (+10,482)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    60,323 miles
    Test number
    473563308078
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass49,841 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    49,841 miles
    Test number
    644299007005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail49,841 miles (+11,761)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,841 miles
    Test number
    703774007045
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass38,080 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    38,080 miles
    Test number
    903582756081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L23 APH

Does L23 APH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 APH is valid until 16 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 APH?
The MOT on L23 APH is valid until 16 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 APH done?
L23 APH was recorded at 135,572 miles at its MOT on 12 Jun 2026, an average of 4,802 miles a year.
Has L23 APH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 APH has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on L23 APH ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L23 APH find?
L23 APH passed its latest MOT on 12 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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