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AR05 EMV

2004 Isuzu Trooper

Blue Diesel 2999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

156,841 mi
Last recorded156,841 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Isuzu Trooper102,561 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR05 EMV
MakeIsuzu
ModelTrooper
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,999cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 156,841 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2026 156,841 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis tube (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2025 156,336 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Mar 2025 156,336 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible dirty (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Mar 2024 155,168 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2024 155,162 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front pipe joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury side step (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to load sensor valve (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system to hose (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Mar 2023 153,648 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2023 153,648 miles

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users engine diesil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering cross member (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering cross member (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Mar 2022 151,312 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 145,902 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 139,242 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 129,076 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 118,811 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Mar 2017 108,530 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 99,529 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 90,412 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 Mar 2015 90,412 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Mar 2014 80,543 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 69,699 miles

o/s/r brake binding slightly

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 64,956 miles

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 8 Oct 2010 60,365 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2010 60,351 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 Oct 2009 56,593 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 46,941 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 37,601 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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AR05 EMV is a 2004 Isuzu Trooper in Blue with a 2,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

Across all 2004 Isuzu Trooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 102,561 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 AR05 EMV, 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 22 years old, this Isuzu Trooper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AR05 EMV registered?

AR05 EMV is a 2004 Isuzu Trooper, first registered on 31 December 2004.

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