Official DVLA Record

1994 ISUZU BIGHORN LWB DIESEL AUTO3.0L DIESEL

M890 TAB

Vehicle record for M890 TAB: 1994 ISUZU BIGHORN LWB DIESEL AUTO (GREEN, DIESEL). Mileage: 215,486. MOT: not recorded. Tax: untaxed.

MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 07/05/2025
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 30/04/2025
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
1994
Engine
3050cc
Mechanical Assessment
The most recent MOT in May 2024 was a pass, but it did note slight play in the offside front wheel bearing. This follows a very serious failure in May 2023 that highlighted significant safety concerns, including excessive chassis corrosion, leaking brake pipes, and perishing tyres. The vehicle has covered 215,486 miles, which averages to about 6,734 miles per year. This mileage is typical for a 32-year-old vehicle, suggesting that the mechanical wear on the suspension, brakes, and drivetrain is consistent with its age. The main risk pattern is heavy, age-related corrosion affecting the structural integrity of the vehicle, specifically the chassis legs, front cross member, and brake lines. There is also a recurring pattern of wear in the steering and suspension components, such as wheel bearings, ball joints, and bushes. While the vehicle has moved from a major failure in 2023 to a pass in 2024, the trend shows a vehicle that requires constant maintenance to combat ongoing structural decay and component wear. Before purchasing, you must inspect the underside of the vehicle very carefully. Focus on the depth of corrosion on the chassis and structural mounting points, the condition and integrity of all brake pipes and hoses, and check for any signs of play in the wheel bearings and suspension joints.
MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
30
/ 100 · Poor
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
✓ Taxed
! Average MOT pass rate (50%)
✗ 2 dangerous defects found recently
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Full MOT History

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Mechanic's Historical Review
The most recent MOT in May 2024 was a pass, but it did note slight play in the offside front wheel bearing. This follows a very serious failure in May 2023 that highlighted significant safety concerns, including excessive chassis corrosion, leaking brake pipes, and perishing tyres. The vehicle has covered 215,486 miles, which averages to about 6,734 miles per year. This mileage is typical for a 32-year-old vehicle, suggesting that the mechanical wear on the suspension, brakes, and drivetrain is consistent with its age. The main risk pattern is heavy, age-related corrosion affecting the structural integrity of the vehicle, specifically the chassis legs, front cross member, and brake lines. There is also a recurring pattern of wear in the steering and suspension components, such as wheel bearings, ball joints, and bushes. While the vehicle has moved from a major failure in 2023 to a pass in 2024, the trend shows a vehicle that requires constant maintenance to combat ongoing structural decay and component wear. Before purchasing, you must inspect the underside of the vehicle very carefully. Focus on the depth of corrosion on the chassis and structural mounting points, the condition and integrity of all brake pipes and hoses, and check for any signs of play in the wheel bearings and suspension joints.
MOT Test History Overview

Our records for this Isuzu Bighorn Lwb Diesel Auto (M890 TAB) from 1994 show a total of 4 MOT tests between May 2022 and May 2024.

The vehicle has achieved an overall 50% pass rate, with 2 passes and 2 failures recorded. The failure history is significant; we recommend a thorough mechanical inspection before purchase.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Brakes (10 issues), Lighting (9 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Bodywork (4 issues), Steering (4 issues). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 40 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

A total of 10 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chassis leg (6.1.1 (”; “Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.”.

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