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VE53 VDC

2003 Isuzu Rodeo

Green Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

39,012 mi
Last recorded39,012 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Isuzu Rodeo89,027 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE53 VDC
MakeIsuzu
ModelRodeo
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 39,012 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Slight play in nearside steering idler

Pass 30 Oct 2024 33,007 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 28,926 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 25,110 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Oct 2022 25,037 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 21,250 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 17,086 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 10,922 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 10,773 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 13 Feb 2017 10,762 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Feb 2016 10,448 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 9,787 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 9,509 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 8,903 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 8,036 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 7,335 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 7,124 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2009 7,085 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Feb 2009 7,085 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 5,352 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 4,471 miles

How Reliable is the Isuzu Rodeo?

Based on 189,090 MOT tests across 12,740 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
7,375
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
12,740
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 4,857
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 4,171
Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush 4,062
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,965
Registration plate lamp not working 3,426
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VE53 VDC is a 2003 Isuzu Rodeo in Green with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2003 Isuzu Rodeo models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 89,027 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Isuzu Rodeo fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 4,857 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VE53 VDC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Isuzu Rodeo typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Isuzu Rodeo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VE53 VDC registered?

VE53 VDC is a 2003 Isuzu Rodeo, first registered on 24 December 2003.

Is VE53 VDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE53 VDC shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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