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Mitsubishi Shogun

Blue · Diesel · 1997 · 2,500 cc

LS 3203MOT history

LS 3203 is a blue diesel Mitsubishi Shogun first used on 14 Apr 1997. Its MOT expired on 20 Jan 2025 and it has passed 6 of 10 MOT tests, with 122,492 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Jan 2025
Mileage
122,492 mi
At MOT on 18 Jan 2025
MOT tests
10
6 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,370 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS 3203
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mitsubishi
Model
Shogun
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
14 Apr 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
18 Jan 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS 3203 was last recorded at 122,492 miles on 18 Jan 2025, 3,292 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,200 miles · 10 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
3,292 miles
Average per year
3,370 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 122,492 miles
  • 2024 – 119,200 miles
  • 2023 – 115,584 miles
  • 2022 – 113,579 miles
  • 2020 – 105,480 miles
  • 2019 – 100,478 miles
  • 2018 – 99,986 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail122,492 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mountimg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlastic covers preventing full inspection of outer sills

What MOT failures 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.

  • Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s and o/s body mounts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both wipers starting to split

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

10 tests since 16 May 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail122,492 miles (+3,292)1 dangerous9 major1 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,492 miles
    Test number
    838284097142
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mountimg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers preventing full inspection of outer sills

  2. Pass119,200 miles (+3,616)2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    119,200 miles
    Test number
    633583494465
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security All mounts corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering linkages

  3. Pass115,584 miles (+52)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    115,584 miles
    Test number
    724491327252
    • MinorFront Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both wipers starting to split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s and o/s body mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering joints

  4. Fail115,532 miles (+1,953)1 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,532 miles
    Test number
    364844819308
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MinorFront Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both wipers starting to split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s and o/s body mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering joints

  5. Pass113,579 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    113,579 miles
    Test number
    260055599751
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes on front calipers just starting to show signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryGeneral chassis/under-body corrosion
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering linkage ball joints

  6. Fail113,579 miles (+8,099)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,579 miles
    Test number
    128680539790
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes on front calipers just starting to show signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryGeneral chassis/under-body corrosion
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering linkage ball joints

  7. Pass105,480 miles (+45)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    105,480 miles
    Test number
    764605611600
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail105,435 miles (+4,957)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,435 miles
    Test number
    847601980737
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass100,478 miles (+492)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    100,478 miles
    Test number
    234693193466
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass99,986 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    99,986 miles
    Test number
    713079321395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS 3203

What vehicle is registration LS 3203 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show LS 3203 on a blue diesel Mitsubishi Shogun first used on 14 Apr 1997. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does LS 3203 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS 3203 expired on 20 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS 3203?
The MOT on LS 3203 expired on 20 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS 3203 done?
LS 3203 was recorded at 122,492 miles at its MOT on 18 Jan 2025, an average of 3,370 miles a year.
Has LS 3203 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS 3203 has failed 4 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LS 3203 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 LS 3203 find?
LS 3203 failed its latest MOT on 18 Jan 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 9 major defects, 1 minor defect and 16 advisories: offside rear anti-roll bar linkage fractured; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases; nearside drag link end ball joint has excessive play, and 24 more.

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