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P385 UMW

1997 Isuzu Kb

Green Diesel 2779cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

222,429 mi
Last recorded222,429 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2008
Typical for 1997 Isuzu Kb144,247 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP385 UMW
MakeIsuzu
ModelKb
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,779cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2008 222,429 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

free play at steering wheel

sun visor removed prior to test

Fail 7 Jan 2008 222,428 miles

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

free play at steering wheel

sun visor removed prior to test

Pass 12 Jan 2007 203,768 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2007 203,768 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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P385 UMW is a 1997 Isuzu Kb in Green with a 2,779cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Isuzu Kb models, the average MOT pass rate is 57.5% with a typical mileage of 144,247 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 P385 UMW, 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 29 years old, this Isuzu Kb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P385 UMW registered?

P385 UMW is a 1997 Isuzu Kb, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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