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Isuzu Trooper

Maroon and Grey · Diesel · 1998 · 2,999 cc

L4 ORBMOT history

L4 ORB is a maroon and grey diesel Isuzu Trooper first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 17 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 78,698 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

L4 ORB maroon Isuzu Trooper – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Sept 2027
Mileage
78,698 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,196 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 ORB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Isuzu
Model
Trooper
Colour
Maroon and Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,999 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 ORB was last recorded at 78,698 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 1,361 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Aug 2017: 60,313 miles, lower than 60,672 miles on 10 Aug 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
77,337 miles · 29 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
1,361 miles
Average per year
2,196 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,698 miles
  • 2023 – 77,337 miles
  • 2022 – 75,875 miles
  • 2021 – 73,158 miles
  • 2020 – 70,306 miles
  • 2019 – 67,514 miles
  • 2018 – 63,739 miles
  • 2017 – 60,313 miles
  • 2016 – 55,895 miles
  • 2015 – 53,726 miles
  • 2014 – 51,225 miles
  • 2013 – 49,089 miles
  • 2012 – 47,709 miles
  • 2011 – 46,002 miles
  • 2010 – 43,931 miles
  • 2009 – 41,841 miles
  • 2008 – 39,466 miles
  • 2007 – 37,356 miles
  • 2006 – 34,460 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,698 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

24 tests since 27 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,698 miles (+1,361)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    78,698 miles
    Test number
    619321561110
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass77,337 miles (+1,462)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    77,337 miles
    Test number
    866120852547
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  3. Pass75,875 miles (+2,717)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    75,875 miles
    Test number
    675338378152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass73,158 miles (+2,852)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    73,158 miles
    Test number
    370403516072
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All 4 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  5. Pass70,306 miles (+2,792)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    70,306 miles
    Test number
    618606776409
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass67,514 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    67,514 miles
    Test number
    130980460317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail67,490 miles (+3,751)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,490 miles
    Test number
    650174182284
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  8. Pass63,739 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    63,739 miles
    Test number
    257932338659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail63,721 miles (+3,408)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,721 miles
    Test number
    343568431326
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  10. Pass60,313 miles (-359)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    60,313 miles
    Test number
    964297571664
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  11. Fail60,672 miles (+4,777)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,672 miles
    Test number
    417673770888
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  12. Pass55,895 miles (+2,169)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    55,895 miles
    Test number
    696674646103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass53,726 miles (+2,501)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    53,726 miles
    Test number
    616646494790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass51,225 miles (+2,136)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    51,225 miles
    Test number
    587445144211
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  15. Pass49,089 miles (+1,380)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    49,089 miles
    Test number
    377351193113
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass47,709 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    47,709 miles
    Test number
    266933992445
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
  17. Fail47,708 miles (+1,706)5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,708 miles
    Test number
    489162192114
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
  18. Pass46,002 miles (+2,071)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    46,002 miles
    Test number
    947845591118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass43,931 miles (+2,090)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    43,931 miles
    Test number
    513420510265
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  20. Pass41,841 miles (+2,375)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    41,841 miles
    Test number
    764317199102
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  21. Pass39,466 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    39,466 miles
    Test number
    934540528280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail39,462 miles (+2,106)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,462 miles
    Test number
    361448218236
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  23. Pass37,356 miles (+2,896)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    37,356 miles
    Test number
    650484907281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass34,460 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    34,460 miles
    Test number
    312288706285
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about L4 ORB

Does L4 ORB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L4 ORB is valid until 17 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L4 ORB?
The MOT on L4 ORB is valid until 17 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L4 ORB done?
L4 ORB was recorded at 78,698 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 2,196 miles a year.
Has L4 ORB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 ORB has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2019.
Has the mileage on L4 ORB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Aug 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L4 ORB find?
L4 ORB passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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