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R462 YDV

1997 Isuzu Trooper

Grey Diesel 3059cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

224,979 mi
Last recorded224,979 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2025
Typical for 1997 Isuzu Trooper126,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR462 YDV
MakeIsuzu
ModelTrooper
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,059cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2025 224,979 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened N/S O/S (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded N/S O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2024 221,952 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened N/S O/S (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded N/S O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2023 218,233 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened N/S O/S (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded N/S O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 215,211 miles

Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Dec 2020 211,475 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 19 Dec 2019 208,935 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S O/S (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Dec 2018 206,440 miles

N/S REAR LIGHT LENS CRACKED

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

Pass 22 Dec 2017 203,614 miles

Offside Rear Brake valve corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

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

Pass 22 Dec 2016 201,318 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 21 Dec 2015 198,602 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 17 Dec 2014 193,888 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2013 189,012 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Dec 2012 184,019 miles

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Fail 25 Nov 2011 181,235 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2011 181,235 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 25 Nov 2010 178,229 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 171,791 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 158,096 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 145,238 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Nov 2006 132,112 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Nov 2005 117,496 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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R462 YDV is a 1997 Isuzu Trooper in Grey with a 3,059cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 R462 YDV, 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 R462 YDV registered?

R462 YDV is a 1997 Isuzu Trooper, first registered on 25 November 1997.

Is R462 YDV safe to buy?

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