1995 Isuzu BIG Horn 3.1L Diesel · N658 SFH

The Isuzu Big Horn passed its most recent MOT on 8 July 2025 at 258,576 miles with no defects recorded, leaving it roadworthy as of that test. The maintenance trend appears stable on paper, though the two consecutive failures in February and May 2025 at 238,468 and 238,503 miles raise a short-term concern. Both failures listed no defects, which typically points to administrative or presentation issues at the test centre rather than mechanical fault, and the vehicle cleared correctly two months later. At 31 years old the Big Horn shows 258,576 recorded miles, an average of roughly 8,341 miles per year and consistent with typical use for its age. The records jump from 217,865 miles on 21 January 2022 to 233,125 miles on 9 February 2024, a two-year gap with about 15,000 miles added, then a sharper rise to 238,500 miles across early 2025. The DVSA data is sparse and clean aside from the unexplained 2025 failures, with no advisories logged on any pass to guide worn-component checks. A buyer should still inspect structural integrity and corrosion on the chassis and outriggers, as 1995 Japanese 4x4s of this type commonly suffer hidden rust despite a clear MOT. The suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs warrant hands-on examination given the high mileage and lack of advisory history to confirm they were monitored. Verify the May and February 2025 failures were clerical rather than concealed mechanical rejects before purchase.