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R46 DGJ

1998 Isuzu Trooper

Blue Diesel 3059cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

98,157 mi
Last recorded98,157 miles
Recorded on18 May 2018
Typical for 1998 Isuzu Trooper117,851 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR46 DGJ
MakeIsuzu
ModelTrooper
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,059cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2018 98,157 miles

All 4 tyres outer sidewalls are perished.

Chassis corroded.

Front to rear brake pipes slightly corroded.

n/s/r light lens slightly damaged.

Pass 26 Sep 2011 96,953 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2010 94,295 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 14 Sep 2009 86,564 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 86,564 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 78,810 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2008 78,810 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 72,814 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 65,400 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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R46 DGJ is a 1998 Isuzu Trooper in Blue with a 3,059cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R46 DGJ, 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.

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What year was R46 DGJ registered?

R46 DGJ is a 1998 Isuzu Trooper, first registered on 14 September 1998.

Is R46 DGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R46 DGJ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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