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Mitsubishi Shogun

Beige · Diesel · 1998 · 2,800 cc

S735 VBLMOT history

S735 VBL is a beige diesel Mitsubishi Shogun first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 131,959 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
131,959 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,244 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S735 VBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mitsubishi
Model
Shogun
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S735 VBL was last recorded at 131,959 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 18 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,941 miles · 25 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
18 miles
Average per year
2,244 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,959 miles
  • 2023 – 131,941 miles
  • 2022 – 131,856 miles
  • 2021 – 131,023 miles
  • 2020 – 130,500 miles
  • 2019 – 129,729 miles
  • 2018 – 128,837 miles
  • 2017 – 127,354 miles
  • 2016 – 125,500 miles
  • 2011 – 120,856 miles
  • 2010 – 111,933 miles
  • 2009 – 104,467 miles
  • 2007 – 99,386 miles
  • 2006 – 86,829 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,959 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear sill corroded
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Rear Brake hose slightly twisted

    Minor6 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body mounting

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 21 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,959 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    131,959 miles
    Test number
    742563463921
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear sill corroded
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass131,941 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    131,941 miles
    Test number
    433593910238
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • 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 Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail131,941 miles (+85)1 dangerous2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,941 miles
    Test number
    280231997472
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorFront Exhaust fumes entering cabin from exhaust front flange (6.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • 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 Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass131,856 miles4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    131,856 miles
    Test number
    191813672925
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail131,856 miles (+833)1 repaired4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,856 miles
    Test number
    298958757835
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass131,023 miles (+523)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    131,023 miles
    Test number
    595740170149
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  7. Pass130,500 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    130,500 miles
    Test number
    967679606219
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security near body fixing (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  8. Fail130,500 miles (+771)1 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,500 miles
    Test number
    927647002029
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached shocker snapped (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorTrailer electrical socket likely to become detached (4.10 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security near body fixing (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  9. Pass129,729 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    129,729 miles
    Test number
    654666177585
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  10. Fail129,729 miles (+892)4 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,729 miles
    Test number
    270887600011
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Exhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Exhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorTyre obviously under inflated all tyres (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  11. Pass128,837 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    128,837 miles
    Test number
    138749140722
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear to load sensing valve (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Fail128,837 miles (+1,483)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,837 miles
    Test number
    879990200457
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear to load sensing valve (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Pass127,354 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    127,354 miles
    Test number
    183090467011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail127,351 miles (+1,851)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,351 miles
    Test number
    849471025154
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass125,500 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    125,500 miles
    Test number
    757853062054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail125,500 miles (+4,644)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,500 miles
    Test number
    818047050908
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass120,856 miles (+8,923)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    120,856 miles
    Test number
    938268321037
    • NoteRear tyres getting low inner edges
    • NoteSlight play in O/S/R drop link

  18. Pass111,933 miles (+104)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    111,933 miles
    Test number
    241035820016
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight play in steering linkages offside and nearside front

  19. Fail111,829 miles (+7,362)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,829 miles
    Test number
    764151920074
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight corrosion on front and rear brake pipes
    • NoteSlight play in offside front wheel bearing
    • NoteSlight play in steering linkages offside and nearside front

  20. Pass104,467 miles (+5,081)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    104,467 miles
    Test number
    362552129063
    • NoteOffside rear brake binding/sticking slightly when jacked up
    • NoteRear brake discs pitted around edges
    • NoteRear brake pads visually look to be getting low.hard to see.
    • NoteSlight play in offside and nearside front wheel bearings

  21. Pass99,386 miles (+4,437)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    99,386 miles
    Test number
    134902367328
    • NoteSlight play in front wheel bearings

  22. Pass94,949 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    94,949 miles
    Test number
    852888207060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail94,943 miles (+8,114)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,943 miles
    Test number
    810838607085
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • NoteRear discs surface corroded
    • NoteSlight play in front steering lingages

  24. Pass86,829 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    86,829 miles
    Test number
    530122756025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail86,829 miles3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,829 miles
    Test number
    203792656011
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S735 VBL

Does S735 VBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S735 VBL is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S735 VBL?
The MOT on S735 VBL is valid until 1 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S735 VBL done?
S735 VBL was recorded at 131,959 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 2,244 miles a year.
Has S735 VBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S735 VBL has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on S735 VBL 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 S735 VBL find?
S735 VBL passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: offside rear sill corroded; tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres.

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