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SG53 CFE

2003 Isuzu Tf

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

115,087 mi
Last recorded115,087 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2012
Typical for 2003 Isuzu Tf76,073 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG53 CFE
MakeIsuzu
ModelTf
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2012 115,087 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2012 115,054 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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

Pass 21 Oct 2010 86,532 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2010 85,711 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Fail 23 Oct 2009 71,782 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Oct 2009 71,782 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 56,978 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2008 56,978 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Sep 2007 37,557 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 21,955 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

How Reliable is the Isuzu Tf?

Based on 43,907 MOT tests across 3,289 vehicles.

70.6%
Pass Rate
7,037
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
3,289
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 1,460
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,211
Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush 1,004
fog lamp not working 960
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 787
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SG53 CFE is a 2003 Isuzu Tf in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2003 Isuzu Tf models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 76,073 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 Tf fails its MOT is shock absorber has an excessively worn bush, accounting for 1,460 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SG53 CFE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Isuzu Tf typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Isuzu Tf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SG53 CFE registered?

SG53 CFE is a 2003 Isuzu Tf, first registered on 12 September 2003.

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