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GV52 UGM

2003 Isuzu Trooper Turbo Diesel

Green Diesel 2999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

116,465 mi
Last recorded116,465 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Isuzu Trooper Turbo Diesel95,997 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV52 UGM
MakeIsuzu
ModelTrooper Turbo Diesel
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,999cc
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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 116,465 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 May 2025 115,706 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 25 Apr 2025 115,703 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Apr 2024 113,865 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security end of sill - arch section (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security end of sill - arch section (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Apr 2023 107,805 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Apr 2022 104,243 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2021 103,051 miles

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

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

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

Undersealed

Pass 11 Feb 2020 101,835 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Feb 2019 99,953 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged both sides (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d-bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2018 97,132 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak ()

engine management light on

Pass 3 Jan 2017 93,779 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2016 90,419 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 87,005 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 83,291 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2013 80,136 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2013 80,120 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2012 76,265 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 72,519 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2010 67,772 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 63,278 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 59,849 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 55,599 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 53,255 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2006 53,255 miles

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

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

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

How Reliable is the Isuzu Trooper Turbo Diesel?

Based on 3,602 MOT tests across 345 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
5,698
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
345
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 217
position lamp(s) not working 110
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 95
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 88
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70
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GV52 UGM is a 2003 Isuzu Trooper Turbo Diesel in Green with a 2,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2003 Isuzu Trooper Turbo Diesel models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 95,997 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Isuzu Trooper Turbo Diesel fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 217 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GV52 UGM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Isuzu Trooper Turbo Diesel typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Isuzu Trooper Turbo Diesel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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GV52 UGM is a 2003 Isuzu Trooper Turbo Diesel, first registered on 24 January 2003.

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