2010 Mitsubishi Shogun — MOT failures & pass rate
6,880 MOT tests on the 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun are in this dataset, and 76.1% of them passed. That is 3.4 percentage points worse than large SUVs of a similar age, which fail at 20.5%. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (13.4%) and suspension (10.6%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are position lamp, headlamp aim and rigid brake pipes — position lamp alone was recorded 430 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 15.6% in the 30-60k band and 27.2% in the 150k+ band, a 11.7-point spread.
Brakes is the most common advisory, noted on 31.9% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 21.5% of tests failed in 2021 against 24.9% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 13.4% | 922 |
| 2 | Suspension | 10.6% | 728 |
| 3 | Brakes | 9.8% | 677 |
| 4 | Steering | 5.0% | 343 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 4.2% | 286 |
| 6 | Visibility | 4.0% | 273 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Position lamp | 430 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 358 |
| 3 | Rigid brake pipes | 275 |
| 4 | Brake pads | 264 |
| 5 | Ball joint | 261 |
| 6 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 258 |
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 | 31.9% | 2,192 |
| 2 | Suspension | 28.7% | 1,976 |
| 3 | Tyres | 18.5% | 1,270 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 12.9% | 890 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 8.8% | 607 |
| 6 | Other defects | 8.1% | 554 |
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 | 411 | 15.6% |
| 60-90k | 1,504 | 20.7% |
| 90-120k | 2,200 | 23.4% |
| 120-150k | 1,660 | 27.5% |
| 150k+ | 1,083 | 27.2% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,443 | 21.5% |
| 2022 | 1,422 | 23.1% |
| 2023 | 1,404 | 23.9% |
| 2024 | 1,366 | 26.7% |
| 2025 | 1,245 | 24.9% |
What to check before buying a 2010 Shogun
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 13.4% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (13.4% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (10.6% 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 (9.8% 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 2010 Mitsubishi Shoguns pass their MOT?
76.1% of the 6,880 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 23.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 13.4% of tests, followed by suspension (10.6%).
Does the 2010 Shogun get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 15.6% in the 30-60k band to 27.2% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 6,880 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.