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L800 FAT

1997 Isuzu Trooper

Grey Diesel 3059cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

224,567 mi
Last recorded224,567 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Isuzu Trooper126,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL800 FAT
MakeIsuzu
ModelTrooper
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,059cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 224,567 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 192,399 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 170,508 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 169,601 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 166,170 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2019 164,198 miles

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

surface corrosion to under floor area

Pass 12 Oct 2017 158,129 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 154,227 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Valve stem slightly damaged cracked (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 150,609 miles

CORROSION TO CHASSIS.

Fail 30 Sep 2015 150,489 miles

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

CORROSION TO CHASSIS.

Pass 26 Sep 2014 148,709 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

corrosion to chassis.

Pass 27 Sep 2013 146,680 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 144,235 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 141,667 miles

Centre Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Pass 27 Sep 2010 135,925 miles

rear number plate is cracked,

Pass 7 Oct 2009 132,572 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

rear number plate is cracked.

Pass 13 Oct 2008 128,688 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Pass 26 Oct 2007 121,997 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 112,815 miles

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

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

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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L800 FAT is a 1997 Isuzu Trooper in Grey with a 3,059cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1997 Isuzu Trooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 126,742 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 L800 FAT, 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 29 years old, this Isuzu Trooper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L800 FAT registered?

L800 FAT is a 1997 Isuzu Trooper, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is L800 FAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for L800 FAT shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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