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HV08 NZJ

2008 Isuzu Rodeo

Green Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

53,397 mi
Last recorded53,397 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Isuzu Rodeo90,151 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV08 NZJ
MakeIsuzu
ModelRodeo
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc
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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 53,397 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Aug 2025 53,397 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 5 Aug 2024 51,878 miles

Nearside Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 5 Aug 2024 51,878 miles

Nearside Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 11 May 2023 49,656 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 May 2022 48,544 miles

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

Fail 24 May 2022 48,544 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 May 2021 47,250 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2020 46,054 miles
Fail 29 May 2020 46,054 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 May 2019 44,155 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 May 2018 42,467 miles

offside rear tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 26 May 2017 39,661 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 36,284 miles

offside rear tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 28 May 2015 32,621 miles

rear bushes in rear springs worn

Pass 29 May 2014 27,959 miles

front tyres worn on inside edges

rear number plate starting to deteriorate

Pass 31 May 2013 24,094 miles

front tyres worn on inside edges

Pass 26 May 2012 19,128 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 14,435 miles
Fail 21 May 2011 14,435 miles

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

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

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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HV08 NZJ is a 2008 Isuzu Rodeo in Green with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Isuzu Rodeo models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 90,151 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 HV08 NZJ, 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 18 years old, this Isuzu Rodeo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HV08 NZJ registered?

HV08 NZJ is a 2008 Isuzu Rodeo, first registered on 23 May 2008.

Is HV08 NZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV08 NZJ shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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