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Mitsubishi Shogun

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 3,200 cc

LS53 EKMMOT history

LS53 EKM is a silver diesel Mitsubishi Shogun first used on 9 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 2 May 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 170,759 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 2 May 2026
Mileage
170,759 mi
At MOT on 25 Apr 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,088 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 EKM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mitsubishi
Model
Shogun
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,200 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
9 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 May 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 EKM was last recorded at 170,759 miles on 25 Apr 2025, 186 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,573 miles · 22 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
186 miles
Average per year
8,088 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 170,759 miles
  • 2024 – 164,724 miles
  • 2023 – 157,566 miles
  • 2022 – 149,891 miles
  • 2021 – 143,680 miles
  • 2020 – 139,004 miles
  • 2019 – 131,890 miles
  • 2018 – 125,706 miles
  • 2017 – 111,685 miles
  • 2016 – 93,011 miles
  • 2015 – 75,896 miles
  • 2014 – 64,184 miles
  • 2013 – 55,677 miles
  • 2012 – 47,744 miles
  • 2011 – 38,690 miles
  • 2010 – 33,853 miles
  • 2009 – 26,770 miles
  • 2008 – 25,919 miles
  • 2006 – 22,214 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,759 miles
  • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 13 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,759 miles (+186)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2026
    Odometer
    170,759 miles
    Test number
    682246178990
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Fail170,573 miles (+5,849)2 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,573 miles
    Test number
    629719374642
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass164,724 miles (+223)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2025
    Odometer
    164,724 miles
    Test number
    541837942030
    • MinorUpper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail164,501 miles (+6,935)8 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,501 miles
    Test number
    416843955762
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed excessive black smoke. (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Direction indicator not working side repeater not working. (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe behind fuel tank. (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOther passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed rear / boot. (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass157,566 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    157,566 miles
    Test number
    635042802361
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Fail157,566 miles (+7,675)1 dangerous4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,566 miles
    Test number
    584712386248
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Pass149,891 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    149,891 miles
    Test number
    670966448866
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Fail149,888 miles (+6,208)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,888 miles
    Test number
    941222833903
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  9. Pass143,680 miles (+4,676)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    143,680 miles
    Test number
    806483461176
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass139,004 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    139,004 miles
    Test number
    216303844317
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  11. Fail138,997 miles (+7,107)2 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,997 miles
    Test number
    489762965039
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  12. Pass131,890 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    131,890 miles
    Test number
    455728118786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail131,889 miles (+6,183)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,889 miles
    Test number
    573845943994
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  14. Pass125,706 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    125,706 miles
    Test number
    478759923938
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  15. Fail125,706 miles (+14,021)1 dangerous2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,706 miles
    Test number
    461303388422
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  16. Pass111,685 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    111,685 miles
    Test number
    161487070615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail111,685 miles (+18,674)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,685 miles
    Test number
    825214905783
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working sidelight (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  18. Pass93,011 miles (+17,115)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    93,011 miles
    Test number
    489496217246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass75,896 miles (+11,712)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    75,896 miles
    Test number
    156703485023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass64,184 miles (+8,507)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    64,184 miles
    Test number
    797622254035
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake pads appear to be getting low
    • NoteN/s/r & o/s/f wheels binding dlightly
  21. Pass55,677 miles (+7,933)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    55,677 miles
    Test number
    148094173452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass47,744 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    47,744 miles
    Test number
    408989652072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail47,744 miles (+9,054)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,744 miles
    Test number
    735879852073
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  24. Pass38,690 miles (+4,837)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    38,690 miles
    Test number
    767487171060
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front and offside front discs are worn
    • NoteNearside rear and offside rear discs are worn
  25. Pass33,853 miles (+7,083)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    33,853 miles
    Test number
    633001470020
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  26. Pass26,770 miles (+851)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    26,770 miles
    Test number
    594790989053
    • Note(advise) rear part of catalyst starting to corrode.
  27. Pass25,919 miles (+3,705)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    25,919 miles
    Test number
    793566138060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass22,214 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    22,214 miles
    Test number
    472407546481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 EKM

Does LS53 EKM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 EKM expired on 2 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 EKM?
The MOT on LS53 EKM expired on 2 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 EKM done?
LS53 EKM was recorded at 170,759 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2025, an average of 8,088 miles a year.
Has LS53 EKM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 EKM has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LS53 EKM 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 LS53 EKM find?
LS53 EKM passed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2025 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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