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Mitsubishi Shogun

Black · Petrol · 1994 · 3,497 cc

L8 GJHMOT history

L8 GJH is a black petrol Mitsubishi Shogun first used on 28 Mar 1994. Its MOT expired on 15 Dec 2025 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 155,935 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Dec 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Dec 2025
Mileage
155,935 mi
At MOT on 6 Dec 2024
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,393 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 GJH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mitsubishi
Model
Shogun
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,497 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
28 Mar 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 GJH was last recorded at 155,935 miles on 6 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Dec 2024: 155,935 miles, lower than 164,603 miles on 12 Dec 2023.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
164,603 miles · 12 Dec 2023
Average per year
2,393 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 155,935 miles
  • 2023 – 164,603 miles
  • 2022 – 152,996 miles
  • 2021 – 150,971 miles
  • 2020 – 149,149 miles
  • 2019 – 147,658 miles
  • 2018 – 145,455 miles
  • 2017 – 143,357 miles
  • 2016 – 140,974 miles
  • 2015 – 138,252 miles
  • 2014 – 135,923 miles
  • 2013 – 133,136 miles
  • 2012 – 130,604 miles
  • 2011 – 127,878 miles
  • 2010 – 124,822 miles
  • 2009 – 122,019 miles
  • 2008 – 118,904 miles
  • 2007 – 116,114 miles
  • 2006 – 113,478 miles
  • 2005 – 110,609 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,935 miles
  • AdvisoryCORROSION UNDER BODY
  • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing close to limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

31 tests since 4 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,935 miles (-8,668)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    155,935 miles
    Test number
    365759119385
    • AdvisoryCORROSION UNDER BODY
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  2. Pass164,603 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    164,603 miles
    Test number
    120837725481
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering idlers
    • AdvisorySlight surface corrosion to underneath of body

  3. Fail164,603 miles (+11,607)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,603 miles
    Test number
    328648472536
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering idlers
    • AdvisorySlight surface corrosion to underneath of body

  4. Pass152,996 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    152,996 miles
    Test number
    536068309466
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail152,996 miles (+2,025)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,996 miles
    Test number
    295057699864
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid TOPPED UP WASHER FLUID WORKING (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass150,971 miles (+1,822)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    150,971 miles
    Test number
    431895146526
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive TRANSMISSION FLUID (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive DIFFERRENTIAL LEAK (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive DROP LINKS NS / OS RUBBERS SLIGHTLY PERISHHED NO MOVMENT (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass149,149 miles (+17)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    149,149 miles
    Test number
    351139127679
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded over fuel tank
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail149,132 miles (+1,474)4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,132 miles
    Test number
    638892855716
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced wheel arch with in 12"of body mount (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch with in 12" body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded over fuel tank
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass147,658 miles (+2,203)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    147,658 miles
    Test number
    779762363923
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security door sill / arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear unable to check rear/ rear seat belts.

  10. Pass145,455 miles (+28)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    145,455 miles
    Test number
    128941243686
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 2 fuel pipes to just before fuel tank excessively corroded but not leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail145,427 miles (+2,070)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,427 miles
    Test number
    492193951971
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded f to r as marked (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded f to r as marked (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 2 fuel pipes to just before fuel tank excessively corroded but not leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass143,357 miles (+2,383)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    143,357 miles
    Test number
    895647259661
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded brake pipes front to rear corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel pipe slightly damaged corroded (7.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass140,974 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    140,974 miles
    Test number
    386413245961

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail140,943 miles (+2,691)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,943 miles
    Test number
    981726000702
    • FailureCentral Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Pass138,252 miles (+2,329)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    138,252 miles
    Test number
    323874675854
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded along center chasis section (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass135,923 miles (+34)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    135,923 miles
    Test number
    145496144370
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear metal fuel pipe slightly corroded

  17. Fail135,889 miles (+2,753)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,889 miles
    Test number
    875132344379
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge
    • NoteRear metal fuel pipe slightly corroded

  18. Pass133,136 miles (+44)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    133,136 miles
    Test number
    628356843384
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail133,092 miles (+2,488)6 failures2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,092 miles
    Test number
    719020543308
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Upper Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass130,604 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    130,604 miles
    Test number
    468591442449
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail130,604 miles (+2,726)1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,604 miles
    Test number
    965981342355
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass127,878 miles (+3,056)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    127,878 miles
    Test number
    769252541364
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  23. Pass124,822 miles (+2,803)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    124,822 miles
    Test number
    441540540416
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside front steering idler arm has slight play in bush

  24. Pass122,019 miles (+3,115)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    122,019 miles
    Test number
    564202949324
    • NoteAdvise unable to test n/s/r seatbelt due to child seat fitted

  25. Pass118,904 miles (+2,790)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    118,904 miles
    Test number
    682470748394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass116,114 miles (+43)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    116,114 miles
    Test number
    240304447309
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Fail116,071 miles (+2,593)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,071 miles
    Test number
    693510847364
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  28. Pass113,478 miles (+2,869)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    113,478 miles
    Test number
    990268336365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass110,609 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    110,609 miles
    Test number
    852970245341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail110,579 miles (+331)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,579 miles
    Test number
    972226935342
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  31. Pass110,248 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    110,248 miles
    Test number
    443518305487
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about L8 GJH

Does L8 GJH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L8 GJH expired on 15 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L8 GJH?
The MOT on L8 GJH expired on 15 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L8 GJH done?
L8 GJH was recorded at 155,935 miles at its MOT on 6 Dec 2024, an average of 2,393 miles a year.
Has L8 GJH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 GJH has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on L8 GJH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 Dec 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L8 GJH find?
L8 GJH passed its latest MOT on 6 Dec 2024 with 5 advisories: corrosion under body; central oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front outer brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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