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S398 CVC

1998 Isuzu Trooper

Red Diesel 2999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,578 mi
Last recorded66,578 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Isuzu Trooper117,851 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS398 CVC
MakeIsuzu
ModelTrooper
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,999cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 28 Oct 2025 66,578 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Overall condition of underbody and components corroded

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2024 64,886 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material several corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule bothsides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened bothsides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule bothsides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule bothsides axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2023 64,112 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material several (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule bothsides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened bothsides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule bothsides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2022 63,343 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material several corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Oct 2021 62,347 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material several slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2020 61,577 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2019 60,467 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 58,953 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 56,946 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 55,403 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 52,603 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 50,144 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 46,633 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 42,901 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 39,431 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 35,675 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 31,816 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 26,102 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 20,142 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 16,657 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2005 14,947 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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S398 CVC is a 1998 Isuzu Trooper in Red with a 2,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S398 CVC, 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 S398 CVC registered?

S398 CVC is a 1998 Isuzu Trooper, first registered on 1 August 1998.

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