Mitsubishi Shogun Sport MOT Failures
An analysis of 170,555 real DVSA MOT tests on the Mitsubishi Shogun Sport — what fails, how often, and how that compares to every other car on UK roads.
Where the Mitsubishi Shogun Sport fails its MOT
The single biggest MOT failure point on the Mitsubishi Shogun Sport is anti-roll bar links worn — this model is 283 times more likely to fail on this item than the average car on UK roads. That makes it an extreme outlier for anyone buying or owning this model. Across 170,555 MOT tests, 5.18% of all Mitsubishi Shogun Sport tests recorded this as a failure.
Suspension failures typically mean worn bushes, drop links, or dampers. These affect handling and tyre wear. Budget £150–£400 per corner at an independent garage for full suspension overhaul.
Other notable weak points include wheel bearings worn (109x the fleet average), steering rack wear (97x the fleet average), free play in the steering, measured at the rim ... (50x the fleet average), and emissions failure (49x the fleet average). These ratios compare the Mitsubishi Shogun Sport's failure rate on each item against the national average for all cars tested — a ratio of 10x means this model fails ten times more often than a typical car.
The failures span 4 categories: Suspension, Steering, Exhaust & Emissions, Bodywork. If you're inspecting a Mitsubishi Shogun Sport before purchase, these are the areas to focus on — and if any have been flagged as advisories on a previous MOT, they're likely to become failures in the near future.
How failures change with mileage
The Mitsubishi Shogun Sport's weak points shift as the car covers more miles. Understanding these patterns helps you know what to expect — and what to budget for — at each stage of ownership.
Under 60,000 miles
At this mileage, most failures are either design-related or caused by age rather than wear. Components like bushes and drop links may not have been replaced yet, and original-fit parts can deteriorate even on low-mileage cars that spend a lot of time sitting.
For the Mitsubishi Shogun Sport specifically, the DVSA data shows the most common failures at this mileage are track rod ends worn (48x the average) and vehicle structure corroded to the extent that t... (46x). body, cab or chassis corroded at a mounting point (44x) and anti-roll bar links worn (43x) also appear frequently.
60,000 to 100,000 miles
This is where routine wear items start to show up. Brake components, tyres, and exhaust parts have done serious work by this point. Cars that have been well serviced will show fewer of these failures — this mileage band is where good maintenance really separates the well-kept from the neglected.
For the Mitsubishi Shogun Sport specifically, the DVSA data shows the most common failures at this mileage are fixings missing or insecure (80x the average) and anti-roll bar links worn (57x). emissions failure (45x) and fuel system leaking, or missing or ineffective ... (42x) also appear frequently.
Over 100,000 miles
High-mileage cars accumulate failures across multiple systems. The key question isn't whether things will need doing — they will — but whether the car has been maintained well enough to keep on top of them. Look for a consistent service history and recent MOT passes with minimal advisories.
For the Mitsubishi Shogun Sport specifically, the DVSA data shows the most common failures at this mileage are steering rack wear (97x the average) and free play in the steering, measured at the rim ... (32x). main load-bearing structural member modified or... (32x) and electrical wiring fault (30x) also appear frequently.
The shift from track rod ends worn at lower mileages to steering rack wear at higher mileages is typical — early failures tend to be design or factory-related, while high-mileage failures reflect accumulated mechanical wear. A car that's been well maintained will usually dodge the worst of both.
What to check before buying a Mitsubishi Shogun Sport
Based on the MOT failure data and known issues above, here's what to prioritise when inspecting a Mitsubishi Shogun Sport:
Suspension — check for anti-roll bar links worn, wheel bearings worn. Steering — check for steering rack wear, free play in the steering, measured at the rim ....
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Mitsubishi Shogun Sport MOT FAQs
What are the most common MOT failures on a Mitsubishi Shogun Sport?
Based on 170,555 DVSA MOT tests, the most common failure is anti-roll bar links worn — at 283x the national fleet average. Other frequent failures include wheel bearings worn and steering rack wear.
Is the Mitsubishi Shogun Sport reliable based on MOT data?
The Mitsubishi Shogun Sport has 16 categories where it fails more often than average. The main concern is anti-roll bar links worn. Always check a specific car's full history before buying.
What MOT failures should I expect at high mileage?
Above 100,000 miles, the Mitsubishi Shogun Sport most commonly fails on steering rack wear and free play in the steering, measured at the rim .... Under 60,000 miles, the main issues are track rod ends worn and vehicle structure corroded to the extent that t....
How do I check a Mitsubishi Shogun Sport's MOT history?
Enter the registration number into our free car check above. You'll see every MOT test result, advisories and failures, mileage readings, write-off status, and finance checks.
MOT failure data sourced from DVSA bulk test records via data.gov.uk. Ratios compare this model's failure rate against the national fleet average. Known issues sourced from manufacturer bulletins, specialist workshops, and verified owner reports.