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R799 UUJ

1997 Isuzu Trooper

Black Diesel 3059cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

135,595 mi
Last recorded135,595 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Isuzu Trooper126,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR799 UUJ
MakeIsuzu
ModelTrooper
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,059cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 135,595 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 127,791 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 118,126 miles

Both sills starting to corrode

Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

Offside beam image deteriorated

Pass 13 Apr 2017 111,139 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 110,163 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 128,800 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 125,215 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2009 125,215 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 31 Jul 2008 118,786 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 109,032 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2007 109,032 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Propshaft component defective

Fail 11 Aug 2006 98,849 miles

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

Oil leak

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

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

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

corrosion to chassis members

Pass 11 Aug 2006 98,849 miles

Oil leak

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

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

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

corrosion to chassis members

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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R799 UUJ is a 1997 Isuzu Trooper in Black with a 3,059cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R799 UUJ, 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 R799 UUJ registered?

R799 UUJ is a 1997 Isuzu Trooper, first registered on 12 September 1997.

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The MOT history for R799 UUJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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