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FJ59 VME

2009 Isuzu Rodeo

Black Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

63,170 mi
Last recorded63,170 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Isuzu Rodeo82,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ59 VME
MakeIsuzu
ModelRodeo
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 63,170 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 28 Oct 2024 57,645 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 28 Oct 2024 57,642 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2023 51,322 miles

Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))

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

general underside surface corrosion

Pass 27 Jul 2022 48,861 miles

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

crack in o/s/r fog lamp lens

general corrosion under vehicle suspension/chassis ect

Pass 20 Aug 2021 48,390 miles

crack in rear fog lamp lens

general corrosion under vehicle

Fail 26 Jul 2021 48,378 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

crack in rear fog lamp lens

general corrosion under vehicle

Pass 18 Aug 2020 47,887 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 47,281 miles

Different sized tyres fitted to the front and rear axles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2018 45,254 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 43,890 miles

different tyre sizes fitted front axle to rear axle

Pass 9 Aug 2016 42,379 miles

different tyre sizes fitted front axle to rear axle

Pass 17 Aug 2015 40,521 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2015 36,389 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2015 36,388 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Dec 2013 28,698 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 12 Dec 2012 22,767 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 12 Dec 2012 22,767 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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FJ59 VME is a 2009 Isuzu Rodeo in Black with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 Isuzu Rodeo models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 82,621 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 FJ59 VME, 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 17 years old, this Isuzu Rodeo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FJ59 VME registered?

FJ59 VME is a 2009 Isuzu Rodeo, first registered on 17 December 2009.

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