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K493 UNL

2005 Isuzu Bighorn LWB Diesel Auto

Blue Diesel 3055cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2012
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

243,679 mi
Last recorded243,679 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2011
Typical for 2005 Isuzu Bighorn LWB Diesel Auto156,124 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK493 UNL
MakeIsuzu
ModelBighorn LWB Diesel Auto
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,055cc
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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2011 243,679 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 25 Jul 2011 243,679 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 228,497 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

base of steering box "damp"

emissions close to limit

front no plate cracked

slight movement on center steering tie rod

Fail 23 Jul 2010 228,497 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

base of steering box "damp"

emissions close to limit

front no plate cracked

slight movement on center steering tie rod

Fail 16 Jul 2009 215,322 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

slight lift on offside front tie rod .

Pass 16 Jul 2009 215,322 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

slight lift on offside front tie rod .

Pass 18 Jul 2008 198,651 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 198,540 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 19 Jun 2007 175,159 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2007 175,159 miles

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Jun 2006 155,636 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2005 88,347 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2005 88,347 miles

Nearside Front Lower Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Rear Lower Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

How Reliable is the Isuzu Bighorn LWB Diesel Auto?

Based on 3,138 MOT tests across 267 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
7,532
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
267
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 173
Brake pipe excessively corroded 150
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 101
constant velocity joint gaiter split 88
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 81
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K493 UNL is a 2005 Isuzu Bighorn LWB Diesel Auto in Blue with a 3,055cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

Across all 2005 Isuzu Bighorn LWB Diesel Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 156,124 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Isuzu Bighorn LWB Diesel Auto fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 173 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K493 UNL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Isuzu Bighorn LWB Diesel Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 21 years old, this Isuzu Bighorn LWB Diesel Auto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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K493 UNL is a 2005 Isuzu Bighorn LWB Diesel Auto, first registered on 16 June 2005.

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