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S556 VAY

1998 Isuzu Trooper

Blue Diesel 2999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2019
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

135,498 mi
Last recorded135,498 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2018
Typical for 1998 Isuzu Trooper117,851 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS556 VAY
MakeIsuzu
ModelTrooper
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2018 135,498 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 126,966 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 13 Dec 2017 126,966 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Dec 2016 116,817 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 12 Dec 2016 116,817 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 9 Dec 2015 107,415 miles

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

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

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

Fail 8 Dec 2015 107,415 miles

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 May 2015 102,056 miles

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

Fail 21 May 2015 102,056 miles

Emissions not tested (7.4.B.1)

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

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2014 94,783 miles

offside rear tyre inner edge is worn

Pass 1 May 2013 86,496 miles

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

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front 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 20 Apr 2012 79,597 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 9 May 2011 75,787 miles

osf and both rear tyres worn close to limit

Fail 9 May 2011 75,787 miles

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

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

osf and both rear tyres worn close to limit

Pass 7 May 2010 65,612 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 58,340 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 51,771 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 44,754 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 36,114 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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S556 VAY is a 1998 Isuzu Trooper in Blue with a 2,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 S556 VAY, 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 S556 VAY registered?

S556 VAY is a 1998 Isuzu Trooper, first registered on 7 August 1998.

Is S556 VAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for S556 VAY shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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