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P488 SMR

1996 Isuzu Trooper Duty LWB

Silver Diesel 3059cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

117,458 mi
Last recorded117,458 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2008
Typical for 1996 Isuzu Trooper Duty LWB116,775 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP488 SMR
MakeIsuzu
ModelTrooper Duty LWB
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,059cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2008 117,458 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

both front tyres low on edges-N/S ON LIMIT

rear body mountings corroded

Fail 3 Dec 2008 117,341 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

both front tyres low on edges-N/S ON LIMIT

rear body mountings corroded

Pass 21 Dec 2007 109,592 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 2 Jan 2007 99,452 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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

Pass 3 Jan 2006 90,310 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2006 90,310 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Isuzu Trooper Duty LWB?

Based on 801 MOT tests across 175 vehicles.

68.0%
Pass Rate
6,569
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
175
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 123
constant velocity joint gaiter split 49
position lamp(s) not working 34
Registration plate lamp not working 23
Stop lamp not working 23
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P488 SMR is a 1996 Isuzu Trooper Duty LWB in Silver with a 3,059cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Isuzu Trooper Duty LWB models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 116,775 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 Duty LWB fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 123 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P488 SMR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Isuzu Trooper Duty LWB typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 30 years old, this Isuzu Trooper Duty LWB is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of P488 SMR?

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What year was P488 SMR registered?

P488 SMR is a 1996 Isuzu Trooper Duty LWB, first registered on 19 December 1996.

Is P488 SMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P488 SMR shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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