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R278 LHC

1997 Isuzu Trooper

Grey Petrol 3165cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

82,815 mi
Last recorded82,815 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2024
Typical for 1997 Isuzu Trooper126,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR278 LHC
MakeIsuzu
ModelTrooper
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,165cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2024 82,815 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 8 Jul 2024 82,760 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 1 Jul 2024 82,552 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Jul 2023 80,215 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jul 2022 77,035 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2021 71,950 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 68,524 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 65,845 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2018 64,812 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2017 63,877 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 58,950 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 57,845 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 55,866 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 53,533 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 51,895 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 50,617 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 48,090 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 43,799 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 41,610 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 37,833 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2005 32,679 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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R278 LHC is a 1997 Isuzu Trooper in Grey with a 3,165cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 R278 LHC, 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 R278 LHC registered?

R278 LHC is a 1997 Isuzu Trooper, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R278 LHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R278 LHC shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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