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G978 XPE

1989 Isuzu Trooper SWB

Red Petrol 2559cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

171,432 mi
Last recorded171,432 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2007
Typical for 1989 Isuzu Trooper SWB114,495 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG978 XPE
MakeIsuzu
ModelTrooper SWB
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,559cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2007 171,432 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 31 Aug 2007 171,432 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

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

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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

Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

ADV: Chassis generally scaly.

Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 160,980 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2006 160,956 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

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

How Reliable is the Isuzu Trooper SWB?

Based on 1,614 MOT tests across 376 vehicles.

65.2%
Pass Rate
4,851
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
376
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 173
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 121
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 119
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 105
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 92
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G978 XPE is a 1989 Isuzu Trooper SWB in Red with a 2,559cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1989 Isuzu Trooper SWB models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.5% with a typical mileage of 114,495 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 SWB fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 173 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G978 XPE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Isuzu Trooper SWB typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 37 years old, this Isuzu Trooper SWB is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G978 XPE registered?

G978 XPE is a 1989 Isuzu Trooper SWB, first registered on 7 December 1989.

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