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FE53 PHN

2003 Isuzu Trooper

Grey Diesel 2999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

80,876 mi
Last recorded80,876 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Isuzu Trooper95,954 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE53 PHN
MakeIsuzu
ModelTrooper
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2025 80,876 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General corrosion to chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 78,633 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2023 75,605 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both main pipes at rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To flexy (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 26 Oct 2022 70,956 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 63,933 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 55,120 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corrosion. (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened Bolt rubbing on arm. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Nov 2020 55,120 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake pipe excessively corroded To flex hose. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear at flex hose under o/s front wing. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Brake pipe excessively corroded To flex hose. (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corrosion. (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened Bolt rubbing on arm. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 May 2017 55,088 miles

Nearside Rear door step corroded

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

Offside Rear door step corroded

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

exhaust corroded over rear axle

Fail 11 May 2017 55,088 miles

Nearside Rear door step corroded

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

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

Offside Rear door step corroded

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

exhaust corroded over rear axle

Pass 1 Sep 2015 54,171 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 51,126 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s front brake binding slightly

o/s front tyre uneven wear

Pass 4 Sep 2013 47,516 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s side step brackets corroded

Pass 4 Sep 2012 84,165 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 39,624 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 35,053 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2009 30,276 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2008 25,692 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 19,873 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 13,966 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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FE53 PHN is a 2003 Isuzu Trooper in Grey with a 2,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2003 Isuzu Trooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 95,954 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 FE53 PHN, 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 23 years old, this Isuzu Trooper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FE53 PHN registered?

FE53 PHN is a 2003 Isuzu Trooper, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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