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Isuzu Trooper Citation V6 SWB

Blue and Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 3,494 cc

T245 DAXMOT history

T245 DAX is a blue and grey petrol Isuzu Trooper Citation V6 SWB first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 7 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 137,450 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Nov 2026
Mileage
137,450 mi
At MOT on 25 Oct 2024
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,751 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T245 DAX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Isuzu
Model
Trooper Citation V6 SWB
Colour
Blue and Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T245 DAX was last recorded at 137,450 miles on 25 Oct 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Oct 2024: 137,450 miles, lower than 187,450 miles on 24 Oct 2024.

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
187,450 miles · 24 Oct 2024
Average per year
3,751 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 137,450 miles
  • 2023 – 133,658 miles
  • 2022 – 128,584 miles
  • 2021 – 122,371 miles
  • 2020 – 117,318 miles
  • 2019 – 112,261 miles
  • 2018 – 106,357 miles
  • 2017 – 102,301 miles
  • 2016 – 100,139 miles
  • 2014 – 98,661 miles
  • 2013 – 95,804 miles
  • 2012 – 95,734 miles
  • 2011 – 93,047 miles
  • 2010 – 87,519 miles
  • 2009 – 83,511 miles
  • 2008 – 78,862 miles
  • 2006 – 67,522 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 1 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    431765694201
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. FailMileage not read3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    533780793922
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass137,450 miles (-50,000)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    137,450 miles
    Test number
    634542057039
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail187,450 miles (+53,792)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,450 miles
    Test number
    712535184125
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass133,658 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    133,658 miles
    Test number
    681053097566
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Fail183,658 miles (+55,074)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,658 miles
    Test number
    456105593466
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Pass128,584 miles (+35)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    128,584 miles
    Test number
    631319801116
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  8. Fail128,549 miles (+6,178)1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,549 miles
    Test number
    646856398450
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced undersill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  9. Pass122,371 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    122,371 miles
    Test number
    257578678911
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear axle leaking oil

  10. Fail122,364 miles (+5,046)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,364 miles
    Test number
    425947056857
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded on axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear axle leaking oil

  11. Pass117,318 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    117,318 miles
    Test number
    644293180544
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside & Nearside front inner anti roll bar bushes slightly worn.
    • AdvisoryOffside & Nearside rear anti roll bar inner bushes slightly worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail117,318 miles (+5,057)5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,318 miles
    Test number
    111012072744
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside & Nearside front inner anti roll bar bushes slightly worn.
    • AdvisoryOffside & Nearside rear anti roll bar inner bushes slightly worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass112,261 miles (+5,904)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    112,261 miles
    Test number
    501485294455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass106,357 miles (+4,056)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    106,357 miles
    Test number
    496804700758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass102,301 miles (+224)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    102,301 miles
    Test number
    826158071745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass102,077 miles (+1,938)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    102,077 miles
    Test number
    662342030479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass100,139 miles (+1,478)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    100,139 miles
    Test number
    794705740960

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass98,661 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    98,661 miles
    Test number
    357236444307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail98,652 miles (+2,848)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,652 miles
    Test number
    335689124117
    • FailureCentre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass95,804 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    95,804 miles
    Test number
    245902223494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail95,801 miles (+67)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,801 miles
    Test number
    617392503152
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  22. Fail95,734 miles (+2,687)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,734 miles
    Test number
    377903042258
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NotePerishing to o/s/f;n/s/f;n/s/r tyres

  23. Pass93,047 miles (+5,528)6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    93,047 miles
    Test number
    397699751480
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • NoteCut o/s/r tyre - 23mm - marginal pass
    • NoteExhaust fixings rusting badly
    • NoteO/s/r bumper loose
    • NoteSome damage to o/s handbrake cable

  24. Pass87,519 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    87,519 miles
    Test number
    502293340237
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  25. Fail87,519 miles (+4,008)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,519 miles
    Test number
    844883840281
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass83,511 miles (+190)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    83,511 miles
    Test number
    222126469297
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  27. Fail83,321 miles (+4,459)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,321 miles
    Test number
    982123459243
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  28. Fail78,862 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,862 miles
    Test number
    931364078267
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteColumn rake ajuster has slight rock in secured positions

  29. Pass78,862 miles (+11,340)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    78,862 miles
    Test number
    934354078296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteColumn rake ajuster has slight rock in secured positions

  30. Pass67,522 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    67,522 miles
    Test number
    373047996440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass67,481 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    67,481 miles
    Test number
    153460166484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T245 DAX

Does T245 DAX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T245 DAX is valid until 7 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T245 DAX?
The MOT on T245 DAX is valid until 7 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T245 DAX done?
T245 DAX was recorded at 137,450 miles at its MOT on 25 Oct 2024, an average of 3,751 miles a year.
Has T245 DAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T245 DAX has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T245 DAX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 Oct 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T245 DAX find?
T245 DAX passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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