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P498 SMR

1997 Isuzu Trooper

Maroon Diesel 3059cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

167,347 mi
Last recorded167,347 miles
Recorded on29 May 2015
Typical for 1997 Isuzu Trooper126,742 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP498 SMR
MakeIsuzu
ModelTrooper
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,059cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2015 167,347 miles

Slight oil leak

underbody corrosion

Pass 5 Apr 2014 163,101 miles

Both front wheel bearings have slight play

Rear brake discs pitted

Pass 4 Apr 2013 157,574 miles

Oil leak

Fail 4 Apr 2013 157,574 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Mar 2012 152,434 miles

nearside rear light unit cracked

nearside rear tyre weaqring on outer edge

oil leak

small stone chip zone 'B' windscreen

Fail 16 Mar 2012 152,434 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

nearside rear light unit cracked

nearside rear tyre weaqring on outer edge

oil leak

small stone chip zone 'B' windscreen

Pass 17 Jan 2011 147,926 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2011 147,917 miles

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

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

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

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Jan 2010 142,977 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 135,168 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 129,185 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 117,471 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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P498 SMR is a 1997 Isuzu Trooper in Maroon with a 3,059cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P498 SMR, 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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What year was P498 SMR registered?

P498 SMR is a 1997 Isuzu Trooper, first registered on 6 March 1997.

Is P498 SMR safe to buy?

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