2006 Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 883 MOT tests, the 2006 Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin recorded a 68.3% pass rate. That is 4.5 percentage points worse than all cars of a similar age, which fail at 27.3%. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and body, structure & corrosion.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (19.5%) and suspension (17.3%) 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 chassis condition — component mounting prescribed areas alone was recorded 237 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 24.4% of 30-60k cars fail, rising to 38.3% once past 120-150k.
Brakes is the most common advisory, noted on 41.0% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 30.2% of tests failed in 2021 against 35.5% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 19.5% | 172 |
| 2 | Suspension | 17.3% | 153 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 13.5% | 119 |
| 4 | Brakes | 12.5% | 110 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 10.7% | 94 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 5.5% | 49 |
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 | 237 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 108 |
| 3 | Chassis condition | 88 |
| 4 | Rigid brake pipes | 73 |
| 5 | Integral vehicle structure condition | 73 |
| 6 | Catalyst emissions | 67 |
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 | 41.0% | 362 |
| 2 | Suspension | 35.2% | 311 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 23.4% | 207 |
| 4 | Tyres | 19.1% | 169 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 17.7% | 156 |
| 6 | Other defects | 13.9% | 123 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 160 | 24.4% |
| 60-90k | 338 | 30.2% |
| 90-120k | 245 | 36.3% |
| 120-150k | 94 | 38.3% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 252 | 30.2% |
| 2022 | 213 | 33.3% |
| 2023 | 168 | 30.4% |
| 2024 | 143 | 30.8% |
| 2025 | 107 | 35.5% |
What to check before buying a 2006 Shogun Pinin
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 19.5% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (19.5% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (17.3% 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 (13.5% 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 2006 Mitsubishi Shogun Pinins pass their MOT?
68.3% of the 883 2006 Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 31.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2006 Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 19.5% of tests, followed by suspension (17.3%).
Does the 2006 Shogun Pinin get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 24.4% in the 30-60k band to 38.3% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 883 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.