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A8 KDB

1997 Isuzu Trooper

Blue Petrol 3165cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

35,019 mi
Last recorded35,019 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Isuzu Trooper126,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 KDB
MakeIsuzu
ModelTrooper
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,165cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2025 35,019 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 33,373 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 29,836 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 29,440 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 25,749 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2016 25,742 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded across axle to flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded across axle to flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 31 Dec 2014 24,538 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 22,093 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 21,281 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 20,652 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 18,355 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 17,422 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 16,349 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 16,344 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Apr 2007 15,846 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 10 Sep 2005 13,181 miles

How Reliable is the Isuzu Trooper?

Based on 362,452 MOT tests across 33,962 vehicles.

69.0%
Pass Rate
5,567
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
33,962
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 28,164
position lamp(s) not working 10,697
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 10,634
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,961
constant velocity joint gaiter split 9,918
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A8 KDB is a 1997 Isuzu Trooper in Blue with a 3,165cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 Isuzu Trooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 126,742 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Isuzu Trooper fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 28,164 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A8 KDB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Isuzu Trooper typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Isuzu Trooper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A8 KDB registered?

A8 KDB is a 1997 Isuzu Trooper, first registered on 14 July 1997.

Is A8 KDB safe to buy?

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