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S242 XAG

1998 Isuzu Trooper

Silver Diesel 2559cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

139,221 mi
Last recorded139,221 miles
Recorded on17 May 2010
Typical for 1998 Isuzu Trooper117,851 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS242 XAG
MakeIsuzu
ModelTrooper
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,559cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 May 2010 139,221 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 Mar 2008 135,478 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 135,478 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2007 129,112 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2007 129,105 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Feb 2006 117,989 miles

Signs of cracking on front outer driveshaft gaiters, keep check on.

Signs of pitting/wear on rear brake discs, keep check on.

Surface corrosions on under vehicle brake pipes, recommend attention & keep check on.

Fail 7 Feb 2006 117,242 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Exhaust front pipe/catalyst corroded, slight blowing, recommend replace.

Oil level low, recommend attention.

Signs of cracking on offside & nearside outer driveshaft gaiters, keep check on.

Signs of pitting on rear brake discs, keep check on.

Surface corrosion on under vehicle brake pipes, recommend attention.

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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S242 XAG is a 1998 Isuzu Trooper in Silver with a 2,559cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S242 XAG, 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 S242 XAG registered?

S242 XAG is a 1998 Isuzu Trooper, first registered on 26 October 1998.

Is S242 XAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S242 XAG shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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