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T278 HFV

1999 Isuzu Trooper

Green Diesel 2999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

81,974 mi
Last recorded81,974 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2014
Typical for 1999 Isuzu Trooper110,159 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT278 HFV
MakeIsuzu
ModelTrooper
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,999cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2014 81,974 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2014 81,974 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

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

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)

Pass 19 Feb 2013 76,757 miles

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

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

o.s.r.suspension rebound rubber insecure.

Pass 14 Feb 2012 74,346 miles

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

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

brake warning light remains on.

Pass 18 Feb 2011 71,851 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2010 69,859 miles

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

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

slight movement at the top end of steering column

Pass 27 Feb 2009 68,201 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Feb 2008 66,282 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 64,387 miles

CORROSION BECOMING ESTABLISHED TO VARIOUS PARTS OF BODY/CHASSIS/BRAKE PIPES-MAY REQUIRE ATTENTION IN FUTURE.

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

Fail 23 Mar 2007 64,383 miles

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

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

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

CORROSION BECOMING ESTABLISHED TO VARIOUS PARTS OF BODY/CHASSIS-MAY REQUIRE ATTENTION IN FUTURE.

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

Pass 8 Feb 2006 58,531 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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T278 HFV is a 1999 Isuzu Trooper in Green with a 2,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1999 Isuzu Trooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 110,159 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 T278 HFV, 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 27 years old, this Isuzu Trooper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was T278 HFV registered?

T278 HFV is a 1999 Isuzu Trooper, first registered on 31 December 1999.

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