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EJ05 LZT

2005 Isuzu Rodeo

Maroon Diesel 2999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

145,218 mi
Last recorded145,218 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Isuzu Rodeo91,418 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ05 LZT
MakeIsuzu
ModelRodeo
Year2005
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Fail 13 Feb 2026 145,218 miles

Central Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced x2 rear chassis crossmembers (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis outrigger/ body mount at front of inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch/ body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis rail/ inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis/ leaf spring mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arch/ body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis outrigger/ body mount at front of inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis rail/ inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis/ leaf spring mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

general under body corrosion

Pass 10 Jun 2024 142,067 miles

Chassis Undersealed

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Rear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2023 136,015 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2022 129,023 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front of wheel corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear park brake lazy

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front of wheel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear body to tub mount corrosion

Rear body cross brace corrosion above exhaust

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play knocking on steering unable to detect wear (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 28 Jan 2021 123,200 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Jan 2020 116,843 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all greased (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 23 Dec 2019 116,668 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all greased (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Dec 2018 109,407 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Wheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

vehicle underside, chassis and components corroded

Pass 4 Jan 2018 105,472 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint both front (2.4.G.2)

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

N/S/F tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 2 Jan 2017 100,186 miles

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint both front anti roll bar links (2.4.G.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Jan 2016 94,773 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 89,906 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2014 89,906 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 22 Oct 2013 83,433 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Trailer electrical socket damaged, but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)

underside of vehicle has corrsion preforming

Fail 22 Oct 2013 83,433 miles

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

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Trailer electrical socket damaged, but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)

underside of vehicle has corrsion preforming

Pass 19 Nov 2012 73,083 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 61,286 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 34,240 miles

Slight Side Wall Damaged To N/S/R Tyre

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 May 2009 29,154 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 22,748 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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EJ05 LZT is a 2005 Isuzu Rodeo in Maroon with a 2,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2005 Isuzu Rodeo models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 91,418 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 EJ05 LZT, 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 21 years old, this Isuzu Rodeo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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EJ05 LZT is a 2005 Isuzu Rodeo, first registered on 12 May 2005.

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