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S251 CAE

1998 Isuzu Trooper

Green Diesel 3059cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

194,644 mi
Last recorded194,644 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2015
Typical for 1998 Isuzu Trooper117,851 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS251 CAE
MakeIsuzu
ModelTrooper
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,059cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2015 194,644 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear pipes that pass over the chassis to the rear hoses (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 178,526 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Lower Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 169,411 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Vehicle Identification Number plate is becoming corroded and difficult to read

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 15 Aug 2013 169,411 miles

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

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

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

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Vehicle Identification Number plate is becoming corroded and difficult to read

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 10 Aug 2012 157,526 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2011 144,363 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 143,495 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Feb 2010 123,152 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2010 123,022 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2009 103,426 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2008 100,173 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

Pass 28 Dec 2007 85,550 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 73,480 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2005 62,289 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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S251 CAE is a 1998 Isuzu Trooper in Green with a 3,059cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 S251 CAE, 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 S251 CAE registered?

S251 CAE is a 1998 Isuzu Trooper, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S251 CAE safe to buy?

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