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L221 GTG

2003 Isuzu Bighorn

Blue Diesel 3050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

187,937 mi
Last recorded187,937 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2009
Typical for 2003 Isuzu Bighorn148,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL221 GTG
MakeIsuzu
ModelBighorn
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,050cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2009 187,937 miles
Fail 15 May 2009 187,402 miles

Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 19 May 2008 179,582 miles

under body and components corroding

Fail 16 May 2008 179,531 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

under body and components corroding

Pass 2 Jun 2007 173,773 miles
Fail 30 May 2007 173,773 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)

Pass 6 Jun 2006 157,132 miles

How Reliable is the Isuzu Bighorn?

Based on 13,306 MOT tests across 1,049 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
6,943
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
1,049
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 684
Brake pipe excessively corroded 485
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 436
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 353
constant velocity joint gaiter split 351
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L221 GTG is a 2003 Isuzu Bighorn in Blue with a 3,050cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2003 Isuzu Bighorn models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 148,004 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 Bighorn fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 684 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L221 GTG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Isuzu Bighorn typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 23 years old, this Isuzu Bighorn is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L221 GTG registered?

L221 GTG is a 2003 Isuzu Bighorn, first registered on 1 June 2003.

Is L221 GTG safe to buy?

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