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S740 RUJ

1998 Isuzu Trooper

Green Diesel 2999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Isuzu Trooper117,851 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS740 RUJ
MakeIsuzu
ModelTrooper
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2017

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules + offside front (3.6.B.4e)

exhaust in poor condition

underside covered in mud

Fail 20 Nov 2017

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases + tail box (7.1.2)

2 ltr engine oil added

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules + offside front (3.6.B.4e)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

exhaust in poor condition

underside covered in mud

Pass 14 Nov 2016 125,389 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules and rear (all hoses) (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear temp repair to bumper

Oil leak ()

Rear chassis corroded

Towbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)

exhaust corroded

Fail 10 Nov 2016 125,365 miles

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings in front of rear wheel (6.1.B.2)

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules and rear (all hoses) (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear temp repair to bumper

Oil leak ()

Rear chassis corroded

Towbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)

exhaust corroded

Pass 11 Nov 2015 124,222 miles

oil leak around bottom of engine

Fail 29 Oct 2015 124,213 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

front wipers juddery

nearside front outer cv boot perishing

offside front inner cv boot perishing

oil leak around bottom of engine

Pass 7 Oct 2014 122,086 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 10 Oct 2013 118,452 miles

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

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

age cracking to all suspension rubbers

both rear tyres age cracking and large deep cuts

corrosion to suspension components

front and rear tyres sizes different

osf tyre has some large deep cuts

rear light lenses cracked

stone chips in windscreen

Fail 10 Oct 2013 118,452 miles

Nearside Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

age cracking to all suspension rubbers

both rear tyres age cracking and large deep cuts

corrosion to suspension components

front and rear tyres sizes different

osf tyre has some large deep cuts

rear light lenses cracked

stone chips in windscreen

Pass 25 Oct 2012 115,941 miles

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

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

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

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

exhaust rear section poor condition

general underbody surface corrosion

Pass 27 Oct 2011 115,109 miles

Both rear bump stops missing

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

Pass 28 Oct 2010 111,051 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2009 96,421 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 19 Oct 2009 96,421 miles

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

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

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)

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

Fail 1 Jul 2008 93,467 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 93,467 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 88,834 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 81,906 miles

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

Fail 14 Dec 2006 81,906 miles

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

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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S740 RUJ is a 1998 Isuzu Trooper in Green with a 2,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 S740 RUJ, 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 S740 RUJ registered?

S740 RUJ is a 1998 Isuzu Trooper, first registered on 24 November 1998.

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