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Mitsubishi Shogun

Silver and Blue · Diesel · 1993 · 2,477 cc

L273 XTCMOT history

L273 XTC is a silver and blue diesel Mitsubishi Shogun first used on 31 Dec 1993. Its MOT expired on 29 Jun 2024 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 171,818 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Jun 2024
Mileage
171,818 mi
At MOT on 30 Jun 2023
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,290 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L273 XTC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mitsubishi
Model
Shogun
Colour
Silver and Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,477 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
31 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
30 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L273 XTC was last recorded at 171,818 miles on 30 Jun 2023, 61,090 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,728 miles · 30 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
61,090 miles
Average per year
5,290 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 171,818 miles
  • 2022 – 110,728 miles
  • 2021 – 110,728 miles
  • 2017 – 110,728 miles
  • 2016 – 110,728 miles
  • 2014 – 109,912 miles
  • 2013 – 108,842 miles
  • 2012 – 106,174 miles
  • 2011 – 102,379 miles
  • 2010 – 98,305 miles
  • 2009 – 94,289 miles
  • 2007 – 85,421 miles
  • 2005 – 78,594 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,818 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear corrosion to inner sill
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

19 tests since 14 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,818 miles (+61,090)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    171,818 miles
    Test number
    106329809273
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear corrosion to inner sill
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass110,728 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    110,728 miles
    Test number
    977571604448
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass110,728 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    110,728 miles
    Test number
    145134298612

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass110,728 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    110,728 miles
    Test number
    705143010401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass110,728 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    110,728 miles
    Test number
    312438618451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail110,728 miles (+816)5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,728 miles
    Test number
    869608413454
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to ynderside
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Pass109,912 miles (+1,070)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    109,912 miles
    Test number
    495475134253
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  8. Pass108,842 miles (+287)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    108,842 miles
    Test number
    309043143227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail108,555 miles (+2,381)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,555 miles
    Test number
    377859353163
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  10. Pass106,174 miles (+3,795)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    106,174 miles
    Test number
    807794452150
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  11. Pass102,379 miles (+4,074)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    102,379 miles
    Test number
    585626891028
    • NoteBOTH FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS HAVE SLIGHT PLAY

  12. Pass98,305 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    98,305 miles
    Test number
    740947990090
    • NoteSLIGHT PLAY IN FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS

  13. Fail98,305 miles (+4,016)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,305 miles
    Test number
    184037090422
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • NoteSLIGHT PLAY IN FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS

  14. Pass94,289 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    94,289 miles
    Test number
    954885939066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail94,289 miles3 failures1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,289 miles
    Test number
    443285439057
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteFront wipers split at each ends

  16. Pass90,299 km7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    90,299 km
    Test number
    981910638074
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  17. Pass85,421 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    85,421 miles
    Test number
    722843937094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail85,421 miles (+6,827)5 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,421 miles
    Test number
    421332037058
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousNearside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • DangerousNearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass78,594 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    78,594 miles
    Test number
    681098615387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L273 XTC

Does L273 XTC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L273 XTC expired on 29 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L273 XTC?
The MOT on L273 XTC expired on 29 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L273 XTC done?
L273 XTC was recorded at 171,818 miles at its MOT on 30 Jun 2023, an average of 5,290 miles a year.
Has L273 XTC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L273 XTC has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Sept 2016.
Has the mileage on L273 XTC 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 L273 XTC find?
L273 XTC passed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2023 with 3 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 6 more.

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