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1994 Isuzu Bighorn LWB Diesel Auto 3.0L Diesel · M890 TAB

M890 TAB

1994 Isuzu Bighorn LWB Diesel Auto (3.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Oct 1994. Recorded mileage 215,486 miles. MOT expired on 07 May 2025.

Make & Model
ISUZU BIGHORN LWB DIESEL AUTO
Year / Origin
1994 · Manchester
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 07 May 2025
Road Tax
Untaxed (30 Apr 2025)
Recorded Mileage
215,486 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 3.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 07 May 2025
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 30 Apr 2025
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
1994
Engine
3050cc
Mechanical Assessment

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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.
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M890 TAB Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 09/05/2024
  • 215,486 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (10 mentions)

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M890 TAB MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 2 Jun 2026, 04:27
MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1994 Isuzu Bighorn Lwb Diesel Auto (M890 TAB) between May 2022 and May 2024.

The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 09 May 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (10 issues), Lighting (9 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Bodywork (4 issues), Steering (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 40 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded 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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M890 TAB Mileage History

  1. 24/05/2022213,763 mi
  2. 24/05/2022213,763 mi
  3. 03/05/2023214,857 mi+1,094 mi
  4. 09/05/2024215,486 mi+629 mi

Average of roughly 879 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
30
/ 100 · Poor
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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