Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin. Check any Shogun Pinin by registration number below.

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62.2%

Avg Pass Rate

-20.0%

vs Mitsubishi Avg

Year Ranges

Below Average

Reliability

Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin — MOT Reliability Overview

The Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin has an average MOT pass rate of 62.2%, which is 20.0 percentage points below the Mitsubishi brand average of 82.2%. This suggests the Shogun Pinin can be more maintenance-intensive than average. Pay close attention to the common failure points listed below if you are considering buying one.

The most common reasons a Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin fails its MOT are the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, body, cab or chassis excessively corroded at a mounting point. If you are preparing your Shogun Pinin for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin performs at MOT across different model years.

2006

Based on 284 vehicles

59.5%Below Average

Mitsubishi average: 82.2%

Dangerous Defects

5.5%

Retest Rate

30.1%

2005

Based on 1,032 vehicles

64.6%Below Average

Mitsubishi average: 82.2%

Dangerous Defects

4.5%

Retest Rate

24.3%

2004

Based on 775 vehicles

64.5%Below Average

Mitsubishi average: 82.2%

Dangerous Defects

5.5%

Retest Rate

22.5%

2003

Based on 554 vehicles

58.3%Below Average

Mitsubishi average: 82.2%

Dangerous Defects

6.7%

Retest Rate

30.0%

2002

Based on 389 vehicles

58.4%Below Average

Mitsubishi average: 82.2%

Dangerous Defects

7.1%

Retest Rate

26.9%

2001

Based on 381 vehicles

60.4%Below Average

Mitsubishi average: 82.2%

Dangerous Defects

4.2%

Retest Rate

29.6%

2000

Based on 168 vehicles

63.7%Below Average

Mitsubishi average: 82.2%

Dangerous Defects

6.6%

Retest Rate

34.1%

0

Based on 2,163 vehicles

68.4%Average

Mitsubishi average: 82.2%

Mileage at 5yr

83k mi

Top MOT Failures — Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin

The most common reasons a Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

15.8%

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

6.0%

Body, cab or chassis excessively corroded at a mounting point

4.8%

A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

4.5%

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced

4.2%

Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside

14.4%

Rear Nearside

12.7%

Front Offside

11.6%

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Useful MOT Guides

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See detailed fault analysis for Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin

Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin?

The average MOT pass rate for the Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin is 62.2% compared to the Mitsubishi average of 82.2%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin?

The most common MOT failures on the Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin are: The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (15.8%), The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (6.0%), Body, cab or chassis excessively corroded at a mounting point (4.8%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 62.2%, the Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin is rated as "Below Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.

How do I check the MOT history of a Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin?

Typical mileage for the Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin: 83,154 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Shogun Pinin to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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