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R27 GFW

1997 Isuzu Trooper

Silver Diesel 3059cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

113,316 mi
Last recorded113,316 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2024
Typical for 1997 Isuzu Trooper126,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR27 GFW
MakeIsuzu
ModelTrooper
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,059cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2024 113,316 miles

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2023 112,930 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) offside and nearside ()

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

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

front to rear brake pipes corroded

suspension components corroded

underbody has corroded

Pass 2 Aug 2022 112,418 miles

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

steering and suspension components corroded

underbody has corrosion

Pass 1 Apr 2019 112,411 miles

Lower Corrosion throughout undercarriage but structurally sound.

Lower Slight misting of oil at lower engine and diff.

Pass 18 Dec 2015 112,370 miles

slight water leak

Pass 28 Oct 2014 112,164 miles

Oil leak

Pass 4 Oct 2013 108,953 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 108,098 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2012 108,098 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 13 Oct 2011 24,973 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2011 24,973 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2010 106,318 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2010 106,296 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Oct 2009 105,309 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 101,823 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 11 Oct 2008 101,823 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2007 99,674 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 97,252 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

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

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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R27 GFW is a 1997 Isuzu Trooper in Silver with a 3,059cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R27 GFW, 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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R27 GFW is a 1997 Isuzu Trooper, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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