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P297 JWL

1997 Isuzu Trooper

Blue Diesel 2779cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

287,051 mi
Last recorded287,051 miles
Recorded on20 May 2013
Typical for 1997 Isuzu Trooper126,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP297 JWL
MakeIsuzu
ModelTrooper
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,779cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2013 287,051 miles

some play in steering idler and front propshaft. n/s headlamp beginnin to lose reflective quality. these items req changing shortly

Pass 26 Apr 2012 271,990 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 257,368 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 265,313 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 238,702 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 221,806 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 205,220 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 182,818 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 157,188 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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P297 JWL is a 1997 Isuzu Trooper in Blue with a 2,779cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P297 JWL, 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.

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P297 JWL is a 1997 Isuzu Trooper, first registered on 17 June 1997.

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