2005 Isuzu Trooper 3.0L Diesel · PK05 FZW

The most recent MOT on 2026-04-13 showed the vehicle passed with minor issues: a front exhaust gas leak, a non-excessive oil leak, and a deteriorated front registration plate. These were not critical, but they indicate ongoing maintenance needs. The vehicle’s 111,455-mile reading suggests it is about 21 years old, with an average annual mileage of 5,307 miles. This is low for its age, which could imply lighter use or periods of inactivity, potentially leading to corrosion or component degradation. However, the low mileage does not definitively rule out wear from hard use, as some systems (e.g., brakes, suspension) may still show age-related issues. Recurring mechanical patterns include brake imbalances, suspension component wear, and tyre tread deficiencies. Brake-related issues appeared in multiple MOTs, such as rear brake imbalance (2025-04-15, 2024-04-18), binding service brakes (2025-04-17, 2025-04-15), and worn or pitted brake discs (2025-04-17, 2024-04-18). Suspension problems, including ball joint wear and bushing issues, were consistently reported (2025-04-15, 2024-03-26, 2024-04-18). Tyre tread depth below the legal limit (5.2.3 (e)) was noted in multiple entries, suggesting ongoing neglect or excessive wear. The trend shows some improvement: the 2026-04-13 MOT had fewer severe failures compared to the 2025-04-15 and 2024-03-26 failures, which included corroded brake pipes, leaking fuel lines, and broken brake components.