Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

43% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun reliable?

Based on MOT data from 959 vehicles, the 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun has a first-time MOT pass rate of 76.8%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun are: Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (65% of vehicles), Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (51.1% of vehicles), Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (39.9% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Mitsubishi Shogun (2009)

959 real MOT outcomes analysed • 76.8% first-time pass rate

2009 Mitsubishi Shogun

CarHunch analysed 959 real MOT records for the 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun falls slightly below the UK average with a 76.8% first-time pass rate, but the real concern is that 42.6% of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point — well above typical thresholds and a genuine safety red flag for buyers. Virtually all examples are diesel-powered, and that 76.8% pass rate reflects consistent reliability issues across the entire cohort.

These Shoguns are averaging 90,350 miles, which is reasonable for a 15-year-old vehicle, yet each one typically accumulates 3.79 failures and a hefty 23.8 advisories per test — suggesting worn components are the norm rather than the exception. Before committing to one, budget for suspension work, exhaust repairs, and thorough brake inspection, as the high dangerous defect rate points to systemic wear in critical safety systems.

The 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun has a decent first-time pass rate (76.8%), but a higher-than-average share of vehicles have had serious defects recorded — the individual vehicle's history matters a lot here.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

76.8%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

42.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

3.79

Over 15.2 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

86k

Middle half: 67k–106k

For context

🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 23.8 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 959 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 959 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Brake wear 65%

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Parking brake lever has little reserve travel

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Tyre wear 39.9%

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Other issues 36.9%

Oil leak, but not excessive · Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components · Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

Suspension & steering 17.7%

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play · Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2009.

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Before you buy a 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun

Based on MOT data from 959 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 42.7% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (100%)	957	76.8%	3.79

Colour Breakdown

Based on 113,248 Mitsubishi Shogun vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Blue 21%

23,728

Silver 20.7%

23,488

Green 15.2%

17,211

Black 12.9%

14,582

Grey 11%

12,406

Red 8.9%

10,027

White 5.5%

6,208

Gold 2.5%

2,820

Brown 1.2%

1,344

Beige 0.8%

884

Bronze 0.3%

314

Maroon 0.2%

236

Mileage Distribution

Most 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

85,721

typical

67,187

low mileage

106,059

high mileage

Half of all 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun vehicles fall between 67,187 and 106,059 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 67,187 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 67,187–106,059 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2009 Mitsubishi Shoguns sit.

⚠ Over 143,179 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2009 Mitsubishi Shogun — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 61% of 2009 Mitsubishi Shoguns are still active.

528 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 61% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

15.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

3.79

Avg failures per vehicle

23.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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