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NJ52 AHV

2002 Isuzu Trooper

Gold Diesel 2999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

168,160 mi
Last recorded168,160 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Isuzu Trooper94,138 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ52 AHV
MakeIsuzu
ModelTrooper
Year2002
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,999cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 168,160 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2025 167,113 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2025 166,988 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced Body mounts corroded x2 (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2024 165,239 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 158,156 miles

general age related corrosion to body chassis and suspension components

Fail 24 May 2023 158,151 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

general age related corrosion to body chassis and suspension components

Pass 16 May 2022 149,630 miles
Fail 10 May 2022 149,613 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 146,501 miles

under sealed heavy

Pass 7 Oct 2019 143,204 miles

undersealed heavy

Pass 8 Oct 2018 139,242 miles

under sealed heavy

Pass 29 Sep 2017 132,919 miles

under chassie heavely undersealed

Pass 4 Oct 2016 127,189 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Pass 29 Sep 2015 119,205 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 113,829 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 109,495 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 8 Oct 2012 101,949 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2012 101,943 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 8 Dec 2011 101,511 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2011 101,511 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 15 Sep 2010 99,315 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 30 Nov 2009 96,941 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 30 Oct 2008 95,541 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2008 95,541 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 21 Sep 2007 92,232 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2007 92,232 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Sep 2006 68,096 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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NJ52 AHV is a 2002 Isuzu Trooper in Gold with a 2,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

Across all 2002 Isuzu Trooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 94,138 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 NJ52 AHV, 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 24 years old, this Isuzu Trooper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was NJ52 AHV registered?

NJ52 AHV is a 2002 Isuzu Trooper, first registered on 13 September 2002.

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