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DS02 NJE

2002 Isuzu Trooper

Red Diesel 2999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2018
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

135,525 mi
Last recorded135,525 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2017
Typical for 2002 Isuzu Trooper94,138 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS02 NJE
MakeIsuzu
ModelTrooper
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2017 135,525 miles

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both front anti roll bar drop links worn

fuel tank slightly damp

general corrosion to underside chassis area

lift in steering column

o/s rear light lens cracked

rear brake pipes across axle starting to corrode and slightly insecure

Pass 13 Apr 2016 129,821 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

light corrosion to rear chassis areas

oil leaks

slight dampness around fuel tank

slight lift in steering column

Pass 30 Apr 2015 124,015 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine oil leak

n/s headlamp adjuster poor and slightly insecure

o/s rear anti roll bar drop link worn

slight play in steering column

top of rear coil springs corroded

Pass 11 Apr 2014 118,224 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear shockers slightly misting oil

n/s front shocker badly misting oil strong advise

rear exhaust section missing and rest of rearexhaust badly deteriorated

transmission oil leak

Pass 1 May 2013 111,850 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 95,003 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2011 90,380 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

both rear brake discs showing wear and corrosion

exhaust very close to prop

Fail 18 Apr 2011 90,362 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both rear brake discs showing wear and corrosion

Pass 20 Apr 2010 85,968 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2010 85,905 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 76,701 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2009 76,695 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2008 67,809 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2008 67,809 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fail 24 May 2007 58,137 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 24 May 2007 58,137 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 34,288 miles
Pass 18 May 2005 15,196 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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DS02 NJE is a 2002 Isuzu Trooper in Red with a 2,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2002 Isuzu Trooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 94,138 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 DS02 NJE, 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 24 years old, this Isuzu Trooper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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DS02 NJE is a 2002 Isuzu Trooper, first registered on 30 May 2002.

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