2004 Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2004 Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin passed 69.1% of its 2,273 recorded MOT tests. That is 3.2 percentage points worse than all cars of a similar age, which fail at 27.7%. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and body, structure & corrosion.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (17.5%) and suspension (16.4%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are component mounting prescribed areas, position lamp and prescribed areas — component mounting prescribed areas alone was recorded 664 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 14.8% in the 0-30k band and 33.0% in the 120-150k band, a 18.1-point spread — more than double.
Brakes is the most common advisory, noted on 37.6% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is improving — the fail rate fell from 32.9% in 2021 to 27.9% in 2025, as the worst-kept examples leave the fleet.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 17.5% | 398 |
| 2 | Suspension | 16.4% | 374 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 12.6% | 287 |
| 4 | Brakes | 12.2% | 278 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 10.3% | 235 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 6.2% | 140 |
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 | 664 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 209 |
| 3 | Prescribed areas | 205 |
| 4 | Chassis condition | 176 |
| 5 | Rigid brake pipes | 167 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 144 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 37.6% | 854 |
| 2 | Suspension | 36.4% | 827 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 25.5% | 579 |
| 4 | Tyres | 21.0% | 478 |
| 5 | Other defects | 14.8% | 336 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 14.7% | 334 |
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 | 54 | 14.8% |
| 30-60k | 474 | 30.2% |
| 60-90k | 902 | 31.8% |
| 90-120k | 638 | 31.0% |
| 120-150k | 176 | 33.0% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 706 | 32.9% |
| 2022 | 540 | 30.9% |
| 2023 | 440 | 30.7% |
| 2024 | 336 | 29.5% |
| 2025 | 251 | 27.9% |
What to check before buying a 2004 Shogun Pinin
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 17.5% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (17.5% 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.
- Body, structure & corrosion (12.6% of tests): The one to take seriously on older cars — corrosion to structural areas can be costly and is an MOT failure. Typical repair: £200–£1,500+.
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 2004 Mitsubishi Shogun Pinins pass their MOT?
69.1% of the 2,273 2004 Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 30.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2004 Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 17.5% of tests, followed by suspension (16.4%).
Does the 2004 Shogun Pinin get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 14.8% in the 0-30k band to 33.0% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,273 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.