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Isuzu Trooper

Black and Silver · Diesel · 1994 · 3,100 cc

L7 USUMOT history

L7 USU is a black and silver diesel Isuzu Trooper first used on 12 Feb 2003. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 202,248 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Apr 2027
Mileage
202,248 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,308 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 USU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Isuzu
Model
Trooper
Colour
Black and Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,100 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
12 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 USU was last recorded at 202,248 miles on 9 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Aug 2014: 129,361 miles, lower than 212,102 miles on 5 Sept 2013.

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
202,248 miles · 8 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,308 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 202,248 miles
  • 2025 – 194,706 miles
  • 2024 – 188,297 miles
  • 2022 – 183,744 miles
  • 2021 – 177,435 miles
  • 2020 – 174,081 miles
  • 2018 – 165,631 miles
  • 2017 – 162,236 miles
  • 2016 – 155,624 miles
  • 2015 – 153,250 miles
  • 2014 – 129,361 miles
  • 2013 – 212,102 miles
  • 2012 – 181,492 miles
  • 2011 – 164,215 miles
  • 2010 – 154,278 miles
  • 2009 – 147,230 miles
  • 2008 – 142,813 miles
  • 2007 – 141,801 miles
  • 2006 – 137,463 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass202,248 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive on engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes on vehicle greased

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play possibly tapered bearing and end float

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play possibly tapered bearing and end float

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Wheel bearing has slight play both ns and os (may wheel be end float of tapered bearings )

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both ns and os

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

31 tests since 26 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass202,248 miles2 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    202,248 miles
    Test number
    758569011853
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive on engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail202,248 miles (+7,542)3 major2 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,248 miles
    Test number
    896509013566
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive on engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass194,706 miles (+6,409)2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    194,706 miles
    Test number
    405679351501
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes heavily covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive on engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass188,297 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    188,297 miles
    Test number
    847737948078
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes on vehicle greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play possibly tapered bearing and end float (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play possibly tapered bearing and end float (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail188,297 miles (+4,553)3 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,297 miles
    Test number
    459134323802
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes on vehicle greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play possibly tapered bearing and end float (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play possibly tapered bearing and end float (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass183,744 miles (+2)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    183,744 miles
    Test number
    285765819405
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both ns and os (may wheel be end float of tapered bearings ) (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both ns and os (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail183,742 miles (+6,307)2 dangerous1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,742 miles
    Test number
    544012770042
    • DangerousOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) missing (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both ns and os (may wheel be end float of tapered bearings ) (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both ns and os (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass177,435 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    177,435 miles
    Test number
    694818463773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail177,435 miles (+3,354)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,435 miles
    Test number
    741063473070
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  10. Pass174,081 miles (+3,524)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    174,081 miles
    Test number
    871691517117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass170,557 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    170,557 miles
    Test number
    635582279445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail170,557 miles (+4,926)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,557 miles
    Test number
    419725037440
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass165,631 miles (+3,395)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    165,631 miles
    Test number
    859026980333
    • MinorElectrical wiring insecure underneath (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass162,236 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    162,236 miles
    Test number
    666229434589

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail162,235 miles (+6,611)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,235 miles
    Test number
    328342029151
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  16. Pass155,624 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    155,624 miles
    Test number
    141985853592
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  17. Fail155,624 miles (+2,374)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,624 miles
    Test number
    408400461380
    • FailureNearside Front Braking system leaking caliper (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe leaking front too rear (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  18. Pass153,250 miles (+23,889)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    153,250 miles
    Test number
    896973875147
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

  19. Pass129,361 miles (-82,741)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    129,361 miles
    Test number
    926388634210
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass212,102 miles (+30,610)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    212,102 miles
    Test number
    306938443453
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass181,492 miles (+17,277)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    181,492 miles
    Test number
    338453932273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass164,215 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    164,215 miles
    Test number
    807795551270
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Fail164,215 miles (+9,937)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,215 miles
    Test number
    898525951255
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass154,278 miles (+7,048)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    154,278 miles
    Test number
    320267550213
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  25. Pass147,230 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    147,230 miles
    Test number
    544226239258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail147,230 miles (+4,417)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,230 miles
    Test number
    941166039225
    • FailureOffside Front drive shaft coupling is insecure (2.5.C.1c)

  27. Pass142,813 miles (+1,012)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    142,813 miles
    Test number
    760497128220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass141,801 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    141,801 miles
    Test number
    322805437279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail141,801 miles (+4,338)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,801 miles
    Test number
    241934937277
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  30. Pass137,463 miles (+122)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    137,463 miles
    Test number
    574445646296
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  31. Fail137,341 miles4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,341 miles
    Test number
    633438936272
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Questions about L7 USU

Does L7 USU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 USU is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 USU?
The MOT on L7 USU is valid until 16 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 USU done?
L7 USU was recorded at 202,248 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2026, an average of 3,308 miles a year.
Has L7 USU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 USU has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L7 USU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Aug 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L7 USU find?
L7 USU passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 14 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes covered in grease, and 13 more.

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