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R233 UWJ

1997 Isuzu Trooper

Green Diesel 3059cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

196,053 mi
Last recorded196,053 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2013
Typical for 1997 Isuzu Trooper126,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR233 UWJ
MakeIsuzu
ModelTrooper
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,059cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2013 196,053 miles

third row seats not fitted at time of test

Fail 12 Jul 2013 196,053 miles

Nearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

third row seats not fitted at time of test

Pass 19 Jun 2012 193,964 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 6 May 2011 188,737 miles

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

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

Fail 6 May 2011 188,733 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2010 180,751 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 163,287 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 138,107 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 109,488 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 16 May 2007 109,488 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 Oct 2006 100,201 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2006 100,201 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2005 93,000 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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R233 UWJ is a 1997 Isuzu Trooper in Green with a 3,059cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 R233 UWJ, 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 R233 UWJ registered?

R233 UWJ is a 1997 Isuzu Trooper, first registered on 6 October 1997.

Is R233 UWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R233 UWJ shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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