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Isuzu Trooper

Grey · Diesel · 1998 · 3,059 cc

PBM 53MOT history

PBM 53 is a grey diesel Isuzu Trooper first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 24 Aug 2025 and it has passed 19 of 20 MOT tests, with 232,886 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2025.

PBM 53 grey Isuzu Trooper – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Isuzu Trooper, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 24 Aug 2025
Mileage
232,886 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2025
MOT tests
20
19 passed · 1 failed
Per year
6,595 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
PBM 53
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Isuzu
Model
Trooper
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,059 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

PBM 53 was last recorded at 232,886 miles on 30 Jul 2025, 1,291 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
231,595 miles · 20 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
1,291 miles
Average per year
6,595 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 232,886 miles
  • 2024 – 231,595 miles
  • 2023 – 228,581 miles
  • 2022 – 226,287 miles
  • 2021 – 220,260 miles
  • 2020 – 216,884 miles
  • 2019 – 212,334 miles
  • 2018 – 204,417 miles
  • 2017 – 199,790 miles
  • 2016 – 196,003 miles
  • 2015 – 190,757 miles
  • 2014 – 186,330 miles
  • 2013 – 181,904 miles
  • 2012 – 170,216 miles
  • 2011 – 163,235 miles
  • 2010 – 150,847 miles
  • 2009 – 139,576 miles
  • 2008 – 129,255 miles
  • 2007 – 121,000 miles
  • 2006 – 108,019 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail232,886 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Body mounting fixings insecure such that stability is seriously impaired mounting broken (6.2.2 (c) (ii))
  • DangerousRear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
  • MajorBrake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is fractured load sensing valve hanging bracket corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
  • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested brake pipe corroded and lwaking (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear bump stop area corroded

What MOT failures 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 23 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail232,886 miles (+1,291)2 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,886 miles
    Test number
    895166197936
    • DangerousOffside Front Body mounting fixings insecure such that stability is seriously impaired mounting broken (6.2.2 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is fractured load sensing valve hanging bracket corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested brake pipe corroded and lwaking (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear bump stop area corroded

  2. Pass231,595 miles (+3,014)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    231,595 miles
    Test number
    794371974937
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass228,581 miles (+2,294)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    228,581 miles
    Test number
    399018960867
    • AdvisoryRear bump stop slightly warn out

  4. Pass226,287 miles (+6,027)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    226,287 miles
    Test number
    834568389008
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass220,260 miles (+3,376)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    220,260 miles
    Test number
    933523973165
    • AdvisoryRear number plate cracked

  6. Pass216,884 miles (+4,550)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    216,884 miles
    Test number
    701363768836
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear number plate damaged

  7. Pass212,334 miles (+7,917)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    212,334 miles
    Test number
    367080425906
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass204,417 miles (+4,627)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    204,417 miles
    Test number
    796026165024
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear surface corroded

  9. Pass199,790 miles (+3,787)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    199,790 miles
    Test number
    638623704175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass196,003 miles (+5,246)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    196,003 miles
    Test number
    723007989898
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid section (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass190,757 miles (+4,427)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    190,757 miles
    Test number
    329587515490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass186,330 miles (+4,426)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    186,330 miles
    Test number
    345135404470
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass181,904 miles (+11,688)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    181,904 miles
    Test number
    838992023266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass170,216 miles (+6,981)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    170,216 miles
    Test number
    689444032291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass163,235 miles (+12,388)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    163,235 miles
    Test number
    595798621217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass150,847 miles (+11,271)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    150,847 miles
    Test number
    533600230277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass139,576 miles (+10,321)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    139,576 miles
    Test number
    612729929229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass129,255 miles (+8,255)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    129,255 miles
    Test number
    253391438242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass121,000 miles (+12,981)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    121,000 miles
    Test number
    244335137215
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass108,019 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    108,019 miles
    Test number
    974595436231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about PBM 53

What vehicle is registration PBM 53 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show PBM 53 on a grey diesel Isuzu Trooper first used on 1 Aug 1998. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does PBM 53 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on PBM 53 expired on 24 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on PBM 53?
The MOT on PBM 53 expired on 24 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has PBM 53 done?
PBM 53 was recorded at 232,886 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2025, an average of 6,595 miles a year.
Has PBM 53 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. PBM 53 has failed 1 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on PBM 53 ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on PBM 53 find?
PBM 53 failed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2025 with 2 dangerous defects, 3 major defects and 1 advisory: offside front body mounting fixings insecure such that stability is seriously impaired mounting broken; rear brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system; brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is fractured load sensing valve hanging bracket corroded, and 3 more.

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