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Mitsubishi Shogun

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,835 cc

T953 BWLMOT history

T953 BWL is a blue diesel Mitsubishi Shogun first used on 27 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 160,638 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jan 2027
Mileage
160,638 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,488 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T953 BWL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mitsubishi
Model
Shogun
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,835 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T953 BWL was last recorded at 160,638 miles on 26 Jan 2026, 224 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,414 miles · 26 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
224 miles
Average per year
3,488 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,638 miles
  • 2025 – 160,414 miles
  • 2024 – 159,049 miles
  • 2023 – 157,717 miles
  • 2022 – 155,387 miles
  • 2021 – 153,981 miles
  • 2020 – 150,410 miles
  • 2019 – 145,438 miles
  • 2018 – 139,303 miles
  • 2017 – 135,826 miles
  • 2016 – 132,331 miles
  • 2015 – 126,339 miles
  • 2014 – 120,333 miles
  • 2013 – 115,185 miles
  • 2012 – 110,883 miles
  • 2011 – 107,168 miles
  • 2010 – 103,015 miles
  • 2009 – 100,613 miles
  • 2008 – 99,237 miles
  • 2007 – 94,523 miles
  • 2006 – 91,066 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,638 miles
  • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt n/s and o/s (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s pitman arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s and o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryUnderbody covered in underseal

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 15 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,638 miles (+224)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    160,638 miles
    Test number
    587024720089
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt n/s and o/s (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s pitman arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s and o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covered in underseal

  2. Fail160,414 miles (+1,365)2 major2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,414 miles
    Test number
    806204451927
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded Wing, with 30cm of ABS module & brake master cylinder mountings (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorRear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sills, both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorFront Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front both sides, before flexi-hoses. Offside front on caliper. Front to rear along nearside rear chassis. Rear across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Fuel hose deteriorated Above axle & along nearside chassis, corroded (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat fore/aft adjustment mechanism faulty, not locking into place
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm, both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Front & rear anti-roll bars, suspension arms. Rear springs. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious steering & suspension ball joint dust covers weeping grease, but preventing the ingress of dirt
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both front & both rear mountings (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Front & rear near various suspension/steering component mountings (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass159,049 miles5 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    159,049 miles
    Test number
    937709160051
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator insecure Side/Indicator lamp unit (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp insecure Side/Indicator lamp unit (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Both, splitting but still clearing screen effectively (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Inner & outer, both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm, front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides, across axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel hose deteriorated Above axle, corroded (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

  4. Fail159,049 miles (+1,332)1 repaired5 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,049 miles
    Test number
    873578912556
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator insecure Side/Indicator lamp unit (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp insecure Side/Indicator lamp unit (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Both, splitting but still clearing screen effectively (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Inner & outer, both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm, front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides, across axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel hose deteriorated Above axle, corroded (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

  5. Pass157,717 miles (+2,330)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    157,717 miles
    Test number
    340081636180
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass155,387 miles (+1,406)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    155,387 miles
    Test number
    424255485207
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (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 Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front steering idler arm slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass153,981 miles (+3,571)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    153,981 miles
    Test number
    943622371694
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass150,410 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    150,410 miles
    Test number
    702493418523
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  9. Fail150,401 miles (+4,963)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,401 miles
    Test number
    926985333596
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  10. Pass145,438 miles (+6,135)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    145,438 miles
    Test number
    423683856340
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass139,303 miles (+3,477)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    139,303 miles
    Test number
    328461163839

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass135,826 miles (+3,495)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    135,826 miles
    Test number
    678559494016
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chasis (6.1.B.2)

  13. Pass132,331 miles (+5,992)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    132,331 miles
    Test number
    800104005268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass126,339 miles (+6,006)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    126,339 miles
    Test number
    307118815466
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass120,333 miles (+5,148)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    120,333 miles
    Test number
    868476324257
    • NoteAll rear metal brake pipes slightly corroded.
    • NoteExhaust system weak.

  16. Pass115,185 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    115,185 miles
    Test number
    367949893132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail115,185 miles (+4,302)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,185 miles
    Test number
    866858993125
    • FailureOffside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

  18. Pass110,883 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    110,883 miles
    Test number
    127832402214
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront setion exhaust deteriorating
    • NoteO/s/f brake slight bind

  19. Fail110,883 miles (+3,715)2 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,883 miles
    Test number
    309902202250
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront setion exhaust deteriorating
    • NoteO/s/f brake slight bind

  20. Pass107,168 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    107,168 miles
    Test number
    998015491109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail107,168 miles (+4,153)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,168 miles
    Test number
    297015291448
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  22. Pass103,015 miles (+2,402)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    103,015 miles
    Test number
    790033590181
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  23. Pass100,613 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    100,613 miles
    Test number
    171582409285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail100,613 miles (+1,376)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,613 miles
    Test number
    374461909238
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  25. Pass99,237 miles (+4,714)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    99,237 miles
    Test number
    963489018239
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  26. Pass94,523 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    94,523 miles
    Test number
    152644577157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail94,523 miles (+3,457)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,523 miles
    Test number
    371604877184
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  28. Fail91,066 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,066 miles
    Test number
    341726446001
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  29. Pass91,066 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    91,066 miles
    Test number
    494526846026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T953 BWL

Does T953 BWL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T953 BWL is valid until 25 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T953 BWL?
The MOT on T953 BWL is valid until 25 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T953 BWL done?
T953 BWL was recorded at 160,638 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2026, an average of 3,488 miles a year.
Has T953 BWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T953 BWL has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T953 BWL 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 T953 BWL find?
T953 BWL passed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt n/s and o/s; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s pitman arms; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 4 more.

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