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N198 YSA

1996 Isuzu Kb

Red Diesel 2771cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

191,364 mi
Last recorded191,364 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2006
Typical for 1996 Isuzu Kb97,403 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN198 YSA
MakeIsuzu
ModelKb
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,771cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2006 191,364 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

chassis some corrosion

wheel arches some cossosion

Fail 22 Sep 2006 191,362 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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

Centre Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Aug 2005 173,147 miles

Nearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

How Reliable is the Isuzu Kb?

Based on 602 MOT tests across 121 vehicles.

59.8%
Pass Rate
6,139
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
121
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 91
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 60
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 54
fog lamp not working 51
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 49
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N198 YSA is a 1996 Isuzu Kb in Red with a 2,771cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Isuzu Kb models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 97,403 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 Kb fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 91 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N198 YSA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Isuzu Kb typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 30 years old, this Isuzu Kb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N198 YSA registered?

N198 YSA is a 1996 Isuzu Kb, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N198 YSA safe to buy?

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