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L148 NGW

1994 Isuzu Trooper

Grey Diesel 3059cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

113,701 mi
Last recorded113,701 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 1994 Isuzu Trooper137,788 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL148 NGW
MakeIsuzu
ModelTrooper
Year1994
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,059cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 113,701 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 May 2025 112,816 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 8 Jun 2024 111,951 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2023 109,692 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2022 106,988 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 102,599 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2020 99,640 miles

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

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

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

Fail 1 May 2020 99,616 miles

Fuel system component leaking rear pipes (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Mar 2019 97,402 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2019 97,402 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 95,100 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 92,930 miles

tyres perished. body mounts rusting.

Pass 7 Mar 2016 88,507 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 84,375 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 79,440 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 75,281 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 69,659 miles

upper suspension arms rusting, n/s aim high

Pass 11 Aug 2010 63,166 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 61,884 miles

wipers worn

Pass 7 Apr 2009 57,333 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 14 Apr 2008 55,581 miles

rear pads 2/3 worn, oil low

Pass 3 Apr 2007 53,082 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 50,574 miles

both front wheel bearings slight wear/play.

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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L148 NGW is a 1994 Isuzu Trooper in Grey with a 3,059cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1994 Isuzu Trooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 137,788 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 L148 NGW, 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 32 years old, this Isuzu Trooper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L148 NGW registered?

L148 NGW is a 1994 Isuzu Trooper, first registered on 24 March 1994.

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