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V261 GEC

2000 Isuzu Trooper

Blue Diesel 2999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

159,342 mi
Last recorded159,342 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Isuzu Trooper102,609 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV261 GEC
MakeIsuzu
ModelTrooper
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 159,342 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 152,922 miles

exhaust system corroded, rear discs and pads approaching limit,

Pass 7 Mar 2020 152,597 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2018 152,482 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Mar 2016 151,208 miles

engine oil leak

offside front antiroll bar drop link not fully tight

oil leak nearside rear axle end

rear exhaust silencer/tail pipe holed

slight damage offside front tyre inner sidewall

windscreen damaged

Fail 25 Feb 2016 151,132 miles

Offside Front Braking system leaking brake caliper (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front 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 Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

engine oil leak

offside front antiroll bar drop link not fully tight

oil leak nearside rear axle end

rear exhaust silencer/tail pipe holed

slight damage offside front tyre inner sidewall

windscreen damaged

Pass 17 Feb 2015 147,417 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

bolt missing from tow bar bracket

oil leak nsr back plate

Pass 15 Feb 2014 141,249 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2014 141,249 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 29 Jan 2014 141,044 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Trailer electrical socket insecure (1.9.3a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside rear brake slightly sticking.

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jan 2013 139,378 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2013 139,361 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2012 135,979 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Jan 2011 132,580 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2011 132,580 miles

Nearside Front rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jan 2010 128,431 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2010 128,431 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Jan 2009 122,859 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2008 115,331 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2008 115,331 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 107,881 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 101,974 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2006 101,885 miles

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

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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V261 GEC is a 2000 Isuzu Trooper in Blue with a 2,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

Across all 2000 Isuzu Trooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 102,609 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 V261 GEC, 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 26 years old, this Isuzu Trooper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V261 GEC registered?

V261 GEC is a 2000 Isuzu Trooper, first registered on 21 January 2000.

Is V261 GEC safe to buy?

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