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VX54 VMU

2004 Isuzu Rodeo

Maroon Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

155,814 mi
Last recorded155,814 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Isuzu Rodeo91,292 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX54 VMU
MakeIsuzu
ModelRodeo
Year2004
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 155,814 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 6 May 2026 155,814 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2025 148,835 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2024 143,543 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 137,721 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Apr 2023 137,721 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Dec 2021 125,571 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 114,400 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Both fronts (7.1.2 (d))

Fail 6 Dec 2020 114,246 miles

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Both fronts (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 8 May 2019 97,906 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 85,108 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 67,598 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 51,830 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 28,097 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2010 28,097 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 24,742 miles

centre brake light has been removed

Fail 17 Sep 2009 24,742 miles

Centre Stop lamp obscured more than 50% (1.2.1c)

Pass 29 Sep 2008 21,462 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 15,579 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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VX54 VMU is a 2004 Isuzu Rodeo in Maroon with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2004 Isuzu Rodeo models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 91,292 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 VX54 VMU, 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 22 years old, this Isuzu Rodeo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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VX54 VMU is a 2004 Isuzu Rodeo, first registered on 17 November 2004.

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