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M261 XWS

2004 Isuzu Trooper

Blue Diesel 3050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2019
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

272,855 mi
Last recorded272,855 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2018
Typical for 2004 Isuzu Trooper102,561 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM261 XWS
MakeIsuzu
ModelTrooper
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,050cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2018 272,855 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2018 272,855 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2017 249,951 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 220,515 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 5 Dec 2015 187,982 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2015 187,982 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 2 Dec 2014 163,386 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2013 143,978 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Dec 2013 143,978 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 143,944 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2012 143,943 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2010 141,366 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 8 Jul 2010 141,366 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2009 133,196 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 1 Jul 2009 133,196 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Jul 2008 123,967 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2008 123,967 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 17 Jul 2007 115,523 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2007 115,523 miles

Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2006 109,944 miles

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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M261 XWS is a 2004 Isuzu Trooper in Blue with a 3,050cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2004 Isuzu Trooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 102,561 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 Trooper fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 28,164 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M261 XWS, 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 22 years old, this Isuzu Trooper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M261 XWS registered?

M261 XWS is a 2004 Isuzu Trooper, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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