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FR03 FZT

2003 Isuzu Trooper

Maroon Diesel 2999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

106,277 mi
Last recorded106,277 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Isuzu Trooper95,954 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR03 FZT
MakeIsuzu
ModelTrooper
Year2003
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2018 106,277 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2018 106,277 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 100,414 miles

oil leak from engine

Fail 29 Jul 2017 100,414 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases broke off due to corrosion (7.1.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

oil leak from engine

Pass 2 Aug 2016 94,225 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

oil leak from engine

Pass 25 Jul 2015 88,085 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Fail 25 Jul 2015 88,085 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Jul 2014 81,804 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2014 81,804 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2013 75,251 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 66,237 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 52,053 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 44,199 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2010 44,199 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 34,309 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 29,307 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2008 29,307 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Jul 2007 23,659 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 18,487 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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FR03 FZT is a 2003 Isuzu Trooper in Maroon with a 2,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FR03 FZT, 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 FR03 FZT registered?

FR03 FZT is a 2003 Isuzu Trooper, first registered on 8 August 2003.

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