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R394 URH

1997 Isuzu Trooper

Blue Diesel 3059cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2020
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

139,002 mi
Last recorded139,002 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2019
Typical for 1997 Isuzu Trooper126,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR394 URH
MakeIsuzu
ModelTrooper
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,059cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2019 139,002 miles

NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER CASING CORRODED

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

Fail 3 Jan 2019 138,999 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn DUST COVER ALSO DETERIORATED (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength CHASSIS BODY MOUNT (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength CHASSIS / BODY MOUNT (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Trailer electrical socket wiring insulation damaged or deteriorated and likely to cause a short-circuit (4.10 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Body mounting fixings insecure such that stability is seriously impaired (6.2.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Body mounting fixings insecure such that stability is seriously impaired (6.2.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER CASING CORRODED

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

Pass 2 Jan 2018 136,856 miles

BOTH REAR BUMP STOP MOUNTINGS MISSING

NEARSIDE FRONT BODY MOUNT CORRODED

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

OFFSIDE FRONT BODY MOUNT BUSH WORN

REAR SHOCK ABSORBER CASINGS CORRODED

Pass 4 Jan 2017 134,591 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

both rear shocker casings badly corroded

front brake pads very low

offside front brake has slight bind

Fail 4 Jan 2017 134,591 miles

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

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

both rear shocker casings badly corroded

front brake pads very low

offside front brake has slight bind

Pass 5 Jan 2016 132,275 miles

nearside front wheel bearing has slight play

Fail 4 Jan 2016 132,275 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm locating pin locking device not properly locked split pin missing (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint drop link (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside front wheel bearing has slight play

Pass 14 Jan 2015 129,643 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 7 Jan 2014 127,294 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

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

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Fail 6 Jan 2014 127,294 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

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

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

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Pass 14 Jan 2013 124,539 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Pass 13 Jan 2012 121,092 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Fail 11 Jan 2012 121,092 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Pass 26 Feb 2011 117,810 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2011 117,755 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Service brake application uneven across the axle (3.7.D.2b)

Nearside Rear Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2010 113,669 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 110,135 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 106,864 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 106,252 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2006 101,863 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2005 97,519 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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R394 URH is a 1997 Isuzu Trooper in Blue with a 3,059cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R394 URH, 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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R394 URH is a 1997 Isuzu Trooper, first registered on 31 October 1997.

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