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KE53 BCO

2003 Isuzu Nkr

White Diesel 2999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

143,947 mi
Last recorded143,947 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Isuzu Nkr86,812 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE53 BCO
MakeIsuzu
ModelNkr
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,999cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 143,947 miles

Exhaust mounting defective both straps on silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive tipper pump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

exhaust deteriorating

Fail 29 Jul 2025 143,940 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective both straps on silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive tipper pump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

exhaust deteriorating

Pass 15 May 2024 142,281 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive tipper pump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 8 May 2024 142,264 miles

Central Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Fuel tank insecure strap broken (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from load sensing valve (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive tipper pump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 10 May 2023 139,953 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 133,028 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 21 Jan 2022 133,028 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Central Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which significantly reduces light intensity mud (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which significantly reduces light intensity mud (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2021 121,553 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

rear tyres worn on edges

Fail 26 Jan 2021 121,553 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible too dirty (0.1 (b))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

rear tyres worn on edges

Pass 22 Jan 2020 109,926 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play slight lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2019 99,999 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2018 95,027 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2017 91,688 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 86,450 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 75,060 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2014 75,060 miles

Emissions not tested (7.4.B.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

o/s wiper smeary

Pass 14 Sep 2013 71,299 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

exhaust corroded

oil leak from filter

Pass 12 Oct 2012 70,079 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 65,505 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2011 65,505 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2010 55,218 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 51,172 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 46,910 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 39,152 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 28,467 miles

How Reliable is the Isuzu Nkr?

Based on 12,716 MOT tests across 902 vehicles.

69.8%
Pass Rate
6,677
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
902
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 469
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 390
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 373
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 344
Brake pipe excessively corroded 335
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KE53 BCO is a 2003 Isuzu Nkr in White with a 2,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

Across all 2003 Isuzu Nkr models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 86,812 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Isuzu Nkr fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 469 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KE53 BCO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Isuzu Nkr typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Isuzu Nkr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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KE53 BCO is a 2003 Isuzu Nkr, first registered on 1 October 2003.

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