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PBM 53

1998 Isuzu Trooper

Grey Diesel 3059cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

232,886 mi
Last recorded232,886 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Isuzu Trooper117,851 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBM 53
MakeIsuzu
ModelTrooper
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,059cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Fail 30 Jul 2025 232,886 miles

Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is fractured load sensing valve hanging bracket corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Brake performance unable to be tested brake pipe corroded and lwaking (1.2.1 (g))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Body mounting fixings insecure such that stability is seriously impaired mounting broken (6.2.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear bump stop area corroded

Pass 20 Aug 2024 231,595 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 228,581 miles

Rear bump stop slightly warn out

Pass 25 Aug 2022 226,287 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2021 220,260 miles

rear number plate cracked

Pass 15 Aug 2020 216,884 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear number plate damaged

Pass 2 Aug 2019 212,334 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 Aug 2018 204,417 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear surface corroded

Pass 21 Aug 2017 199,790 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 196,003 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid section (7.1.2)

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear wheel arch corroded

oil leak

Pass 5 Aug 2015 190,757 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 186,330 miles

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Aug 2013 181,904 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 170,216 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 163,235 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 150,847 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 139,576 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 129,255 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 121,000 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Aug 2006 108,019 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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PBM 53 is a 1998 Isuzu Trooper in Grey with a 3,059cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1998 Isuzu Trooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 117,851 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 PBM 53, 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 28 years old, this Isuzu Trooper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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PBM 53 is a 1998 Isuzu Trooper, first registered on 1 August 1998.

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