Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2013 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 2013 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 2013 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 2013 Mitsubishi Shogun vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

37% 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 2013 Mitsubishi Shogun reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,051 vehicles, the 2013 Mitsubishi Shogun has a first-time MOT pass rate of 83.1%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2013 Mitsubishi Shogun?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2013 Mitsubishi Shogun are: Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (37% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (34.6% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (30.1% 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 2013 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 (2013)

1,051 real MOT outcomes analysed • 83.1% first-time pass rate

2013 Mitsubishi Shogun

CarHunch analysed 1,051 real MOT records for the 2013 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 2013 Mitsubishi Shogun passes its MOT at 83.1%, slightly above the UK average of 80%, but the dangerous defect rate of 37.3% is a significant red flag—more than one in three vehicles have recorded a serious safety issue at some point. This suggests buyers should factor in robust pre-purchase inspections and expect potential safety-critical repairs.

At 73,334 miles on average, these Shoguns are relatively high-mileage for their age, yet they're accumulating 14.1 advisories per test, pointing to wear on non-critical components like lighting, seals, and minor trim. The 2.06 average failures per vehicle is moderate, but combined with the high advisory rate, plan for steady maintenance spend and always request a full MOT history to track what's been flagged before you buy.

The 2013 Mitsubishi Shogun has a decent first-time pass rate (83.1%), 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

83.1%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

37.3%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

2.06

Over 11.1 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

65k

Middle half: 49k–87k

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 14.1 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 1,051 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 1,051 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Brake wear 37%

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material · …

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

Tyre wear 34.6%

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · …

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

Other issues 15%

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2013.

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Before you buy a 2013 Mitsubishi Shogun

Based on MOT data from 1,051 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 37.3% 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

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 2013 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.

65,348

typical

48,699

low mileage

86,584

high mileage

Half of all 2013 Mitsubishi Shogun vehicles fall between 48,699 and 86,584 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 48,699 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.

✓ 48,699–86,584 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2013 Mitsubishi Shoguns sit.

⚠ Over 116,888 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2013 Mitsubishi Shogun — Still on the Road

Most 2013 Mitsubishi Shoguns are still being driven.

Strong survival — 860 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 85% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2016–2025.
* 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

11.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

2.06

Avg failures per vehicle

14.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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