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BK53 KNG

2003 Isuzu Rodeo

Green Diesel 2999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests28 (19 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate67.9%

Mileage

172,775 mi
Last recorded172,775 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Isuzu Rodeo89,027 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK53 KNG
MakeIsuzu
ModelRodeo
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,999cc

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MOT History

19 pass 9 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 172,775 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 155,440 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2023 140,731 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 134,129 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Oct 2022 134,129 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2021 129,046 miles

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 14 Jul 2021 129,006 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 127,921 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jul 2020 127,921 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Jul 2020 127,913 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2018 126,799 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 124,275 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 121,737 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 120,786 miles

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

Fail 25 Sep 2015 120,786 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Oct 2014 117,494 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 113,744 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2013 113,744 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 111,312 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 108,500 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 102,178 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 102,178 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 83,040 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2009 83,040 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 30 Sep 2008 65,921 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 30 Sep 2008 65,912 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 1 Oct 2007 42,363 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 18,065 miles

How Reliable is the Isuzu Rodeo?

Based on 189,090 MOT tests across 12,740 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
7,375
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
12,740
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 4,857
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 4,171
Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush 4,062
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,965
Registration plate lamp not working 3,426
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BK53 KNG is a 2003 Isuzu Rodeo in Green with a 2,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.9%.

Across all 2003 Isuzu Rodeo models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 89,027 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Isuzu Rodeo fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 4,857 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BK53 KNG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Isuzu Rodeo typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Isuzu Rodeo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BK53 KNG registered?

BK53 KNG is a 2003 Isuzu Rodeo, first registered on 25 September 2003.

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