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R256 UWJ

1998 Isuzu Trooper

Red Diesel 3059cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests27 (17 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate63%

Mileage

191,853 mi
Last recorded191,853 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 1998 Isuzu Trooper117,851 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR256 UWJ
MakeIsuzu
ModelTrooper
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,059cc

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MOT History

17 pass 10 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 191,853 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2026 191,853 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 9 Jan 2025 185,327 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2024 178,743 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2024 178,743 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2023 172,001 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2023 172,001 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jan 2022 165,074 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2022 165,074 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 157,020 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2021 157,020 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2020 149,077 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 139,938 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 130,453 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2018 130,453 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 5 Jan 2017 121,957 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 22 Dec 2015 112,180 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 103,612 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 95,550 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2014 95,550 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 7 Jan 2013 86,853 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2013 86,853 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 30 Dec 2011 77,359 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Dec 2011 77,359 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2010 67,146 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Dec 2010 67,146 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 59,755 miles

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

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

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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R256 UWJ is a 1998 Isuzu Trooper in Red with a 3,059cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R256 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 28 years old, this Isuzu Trooper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R256 UWJ?

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What year was R256 UWJ registered?

R256 UWJ is a 1998 Isuzu Trooper, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is R256 UWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R256 UWJ shows 27 tests with a 63% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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