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M797 SKL

1995 Isuzu Trooper

Silver Diesel 3059cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

147,415 mi
Last recorded147,415 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 1995 Isuzu Trooper133,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM797 SKL
MakeIsuzu
ModelTrooper
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,059cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 147,415 miles

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 18 Feb 2026 147,386 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour all indicators not flashing (4.4.3 (a))

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting body near chassis mountings (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting near body mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2023 146,388 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Central exhaust silencer corroding

Nearside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

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

brakes feel poor

general corrosion on the underside

Fail 9 May 2022 146,348 miles

Brake servo defective or ineffective vaccume leak (1.1.10 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability bolts missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

2nd battery missing

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2021 142,695 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2019 138,913 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2018 138,868 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2017 138,699 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 137,046 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 134,532 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 132,001 miles

corrosion starting to appear on chassis

oil leak?

Pass 4 Dec 2013 132,296 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Dec 2012 131,140 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 129,797 miles

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

Oil leak

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

Fail 6 Apr 2010 129,787 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 8 Apr 2009 126,045 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 4 Apr 2009 126,037 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 7 Mar 2009 125,867 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Trailing arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Apr 2008 118,919 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 4 Apr 2007 110,417 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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Pass 4 Apr 2007 110,417 miles

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

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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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M797 SKL is a 1995 Isuzu Trooper in Silver with a 3,059cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1995 Isuzu Trooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 133,586 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 M797 SKL, 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 31 years old, this Isuzu Trooper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M797 SKL registered?

M797 SKL is a 1995 Isuzu Trooper, first registered on 27 March 1995.

Is M797 SKL safe to buy?

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