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R44 PFA

1998 Isuzu Trooper

Green Diesel 2999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

103,198 mi
Last recorded103,198 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Isuzu Trooper117,851 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR44 PFA
MakeIsuzu
ModelTrooper
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,999cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 103,198 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2025 103,198 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2024 102,507 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 101,639 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 100,550 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 100,080 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 99,491 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 98,187 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 95,819 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2017 93,961 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 91,631 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 88,956 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 86,363 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 86,363 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2013 82,914 miles

Front Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 78,177 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 78,177 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 74,579 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2011 74,579 miles

Front Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 69,949 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 64,589 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Fail 20 Apr 2009 64,589 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2008 58,031 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 53,110 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2006 47,617 miles

main silencer slight blow between silencer and heatshield

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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R44 PFA is a 1998 Isuzu Trooper in Green with a 2,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 R44 PFA, 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

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What year was R44 PFA registered?

R44 PFA is a 1998 Isuzu Trooper, first registered on 16 May 1998.

Is R44 PFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R44 PFA shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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