2001 Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,274 MOT tests analysed for the 2001 Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes. Its pass rate of 68.5% was below the average for cars of a similar age (74.7%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 18.1% | 230 |
| 2 | Suspension | 16.4% | 209 |
| 3 | Brakes | 13.1% | 167 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 11.4% | 145 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 9.4% | 120 |
| 6 | Visibility | 5.3% | 68 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 384 |
| 2 | Catalyst emissions | 135 |
| 3 | Chassis condition | 101 |
| 4 | Position lamp | 89 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 84 |
| 6 | Headlamp | 78 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 39.2% | 499 |
| 2 | Brakes | 37.4% | 477 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 23.7% | 302 |
| 4 | Tyres | 21.7% | 276 |
| 5 | Other defects | 16.5% | 210 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 15.6% | 199 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 49 | 34.7% |
| 30-60k | 290 | 30.0% |
| 60-90k | 536 | 30.8% |
| 90-120k | 308 | 34.1% |
| 120-150k | 67 | 31.3% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 408 | 31.4% |
| 2022 | 310 | 30.6% |
| 2023 | 217 | 29.5% |
| 2024 | 195 | 34.9% |
| 2025 | 144 | 32.6% |
What to check before buying a 2001 Shogun Pinin
Before buying a 2001 Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 18.1% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (18.1% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (16.4% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Brakes (13.1% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2001 Mitsubishi Shogun Pinins pass their MOT?
68.5% of the 1,274 2001 Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 31.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2001 Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 18.1% of tests, followed by suspension (16.4%).
Does the 2001 Shogun Pinin get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 34.7% in the 0-30k band to 31.3% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,274 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.