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R98 CGC

1998 Isuzu Trooper

Red Diesel 3059cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

211,741 mi
Last recorded211,741 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Isuzu Trooper117,851 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR98 CGC
MakeIsuzu
ModelTrooper
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,059cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 211,741 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Front Front bumper mount bush worn

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush NSF + OSF (5.3.2 (c))

General corrosion

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 204,959 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2017 194,647 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 182,453 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 167,299 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 May 2014 148,569 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 137,987 miles
Fail 28 May 2013 137,987 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2012 128,935 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 124,035 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 113,985 miles
Fail 22 May 2010 113,985 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

Pass 30 May 2009 97,861 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 75,927 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 57,289 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 48,852 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2006 48,852 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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R98 CGC is a 1998 Isuzu Trooper in Red with a 3,059cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 R98 CGC, 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 R98 CGC registered?

R98 CGC is a 1998 Isuzu Trooper, first registered on 15 January 1998.

Is R98 CGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R98 CGC shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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