2003 Isuzu Trooper 3.0L Diesel · FB53 DHU
2003 Isuzu Trooper (3.0L, diesel). First registered 13/10/2003. Recorded mileage 172,791 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 2999cc
FB53 DHU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/05/2024
- 172,791 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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FB53 DHU Mileage History
- 02/11/2021160,791 mi
- 27/01/2022160,943 mi+152 mi
- 25/04/2023167,540 mi+6,597 mi
- 10/05/2024172,757 mi+5,217 mi
- 13/05/2024172,791 mi+34 mi
Average of roughly 4,748 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
FB53 DHU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Isuzu Trooper (FB53 DHU) between November 2021 and May 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 13 May 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Common Problems: ISUZU TROOPER
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- 3.0L (4JX1) Injector Seal Failure(Serious)
A notorious issue where the injector O-rings fail, allowing diesel to enter the engine oil. This can cause the engine to "run away" on its own oil or fail to start.
- Catastrophic Chassis Rot(Serious)
Troopers are unfortunately famous for chassis rot. Many have been scrapped because the chassis rails simply disintegrated.
- Dual Mass Flywheel (DMF) Failure(Moderate)
Later manual models use a DMF that can fail, leading to vibration and expensive repairs.
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