2005 Isuzu Trooper 3.1L Diesel · L973 GFJ
2005 Isuzu Trooper (3.1L, diesel). First registered 05/04/2005. Recorded mileage 162,096 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 3059cc
L973 GFJ Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/07/2024
- 162,096 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: Poor
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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L973 GFJ Mileage History
- 31/05/2024161,972 mi
- 03/07/2024162,096 mi+124 mi
- 04/07/2024162,096 mi
Average of roughly 1,329 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
L973 GFJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Isuzu Trooper (L973 GFJ) between May 2024 and July 2024.
The record contains 1 pass and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 04 July 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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