Mitsubishi Shogun (2016)
2016 Mitsubishi Shogun
CarHunch analysed 1,683 real MOT records for the 2016 Mitsubishi Shogun. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2016 Mitsubishi Shogun punches above the UK average with an 86.6% first-time pass rate, suggesting solid baseline reliability—but nearly three in ten of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is a material concern for a used buyer. Diesel is the only option in this cohort, so fuel type isn't a deciding factor here.
At just under 47,000 miles median, these Shoguns have been driven relatively gently for their age, yet they still average 1.2 failures and 8.6 advisories per test, indicating wear is catching up with the model's seven years. Before buying, request the full MOT history and have a pre-purchase inspection focus on suspension, braking, and exhaust systems—the common failure points for this generation.
What to check before buying a 2016 Mitsubishi Shogun
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 28.2% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (100%) | 1,681 | 86.6% | 1.2 |
| Petrol (0%) | 2 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2016 Mitsubishi Shogun vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2016 Mitsubishi Shogun vehicles fall between 35,144 and 63,389 miles.
2016 Mitsubishi Shogun — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 1,496 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 94% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2019–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2016 Mitsubishi Shogun
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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32.8%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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25.3%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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24.7%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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23.6%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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21.8%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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21.1%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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18%
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
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12.6%
Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016. Counts include advisories and failures.
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