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Mitsubishi Shogun

Blue · Diesel · 1996 · 2,835 cc

P487 VFAMOT history

P487 VFA is a blue diesel Mitsubishi Shogun first used on 1 Nov 2007. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 170,416 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jul 2027
Mileage
170,416 km
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,401 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P487 VFA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mitsubishi
Model
Shogun
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,835 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
1 Nov 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P487 VFA was last recorded at 170,416 km on 8 Jul 2026, 604 km more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,812 km · 3 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
604 km
Average per year
3,401 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 170,416 km
  • 2025 – 169,812 km
  • 2024 – 162,742 km
  • 2023 – 157,143 km
  • 2022 – 153,049 km
  • 2021 – 148,579 km
  • 2020 – 142,559 km
  • 2018 – 137,953 km
  • 2016 – 136,234 km
  • 2011 – 123,724 km
  • 2010 – 120,255 km
  • 2009 – 115,675 km
  • 2008 – 109,997 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,416 km
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Some underbody metal brake pipes greased and cannot be properly inpected

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Undertray

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

Full MOT history

26 tests since 30 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,416 km (+604)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    170,416 km
    Test number
    431315412787
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass169,812 km (+7,070)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    169,812 km
    Test number
    435474891032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass162,742 km (+5,599)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    162,742 km
    Test number
    210562400693
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass157,143 km (+4,094)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    157,143 km
    Test number
    900592258053
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass153,049 km (+4,470)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    153,049 km
    Test number
    592108894330
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass148,579 km
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    148,579 km
    Test number
    158726945089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail148,579 km (+6,020)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,579 km
    Test number
    287972590706
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass142,559 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    142,559 km
    Test number
    858646458266
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass139,429 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    139,429 miles
    Test number
    878672281582
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass137,953 km1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    137,953 km
    Test number
    885945359062
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail137,953 km1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,953 km
    Test number
    120801324513
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass137,354 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    137,354 miles
    Test number
    774367470469
    • AdvisoryALL METAL BRAKE PIPES GREASED AND OILED
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering pivot point has slight play drop arm (2.2.B.1g)

  13. Pass136,234 km
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    136,234 km
    Test number
    146405890526

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass134,920 miles (+100)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    134,920 miles
    Test number
    453410786165
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySome underbody metal brake pipes greased and cannot be properly inpected
    • AdvisoryUndertray

  15. Fail134,820 miles (+2,611)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,820 miles
    Test number
    136886524926
    • FailureFront suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint both sides (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySome underbody metal brake pipes greased and cannot be properly inpected
    • AdvisoryUndertray

  16. Pass132,209 miles (+2,453)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    132,209 miles
    Test number
    788393484228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass129,756 miles (+3,794)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    129,756 miles
    Test number
    619241103373
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAll undersidre brake pipes covered in grease and cannot be properly inspected

  18. Pass125,962 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    125,962 miles
    Test number
    338394282204
    • NoteUnderbody coated in oil

  19. Pass123,724 km (+3,469)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    123,724 km
    Test number
    938709091297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail120,255 km1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,255 km
    Test number
    314734290276
    • Repaired at testRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  21. Pass120,255 km (+4,580)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    120,255 km
    Test number
    390064090269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass115,675 km (+5,678)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    115,675 km
    Test number
    360009099473
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass109,997 km (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    109,997 km
    Test number
    464747078243
    • AdvisoryFront Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Fail109,983 km2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,983 km
    Test number
    302503878255
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  25. Pass97,126 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    97,126 miles
    Test number
    834044907348
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Fail97,123 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,123 miles
    Test number
    973643607346
    • FailureOuter Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about P487 VFA

Does P487 VFA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P487 VFA is valid until 7 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on P487 VFA?
The MOT on P487 VFA is valid until 7 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P487 VFA done?
P487 VFA was recorded at 170,416 km at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 3,401 km a year.
Has P487 VFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P487 VFA has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on P487 VFA 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 P487 VFA find?
P487 VFA passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 6 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes greased; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 3 more.

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