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R148 LFG

1997 Isuzu Trooper

Blue Diesel 3059cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

126,145 mi
Last recorded126,145 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2020
Typical for 1997 Isuzu Trooper126,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR148 LFG
MakeIsuzu
ModelTrooper
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,059cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2020 126,145 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2019 124,042 miles

Front tyres perished

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 122,029 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2017 119,470 miles

Front Inner and outer cv boots perished

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 112,517 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 107,016 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 106,903 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2014 106,903 miles

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

Complete exhaust system is very corroded

Pass 26 Sep 2013 106,781 miles

Centre exhaust section is very corroded with small leak [will require replacement]

Pass 6 Sep 2012 104,916 miles

centre exhaust silencer out let pipe corroded and leaking

rear tyres worn to 3mm

stone chips in screen

Pass 12 Sep 2011 98,697 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 89,830 miles

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

Fail 7 Sep 2010 89,830 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2009 83,678 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2009 83,678 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2008 80,055 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 75,162 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 70,018 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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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R148 LFG is a 1997 Isuzu Trooper in Blue with a 3,059cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R148 LFG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R148 LFG registered?

R148 LFG is a 1997 Isuzu Trooper, first registered on 24 September 1997.

Is R148 LFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R148 LFG shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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