2004 Isuzu Trooper 3.1L Diesel · M998 OJU
2004 Isuzu Trooper (3.1L, diesel). First registered 01 Oct 2004. Recorded mileage 148,631 miles. MOT expired on 19 Feb 2024.
- Make & Model
- ISUZU TROOPER
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Manchester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 19 Feb 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 148,631 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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M998 OJU Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/02/2023
- 148,631 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
M998 OJU 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 2004 Isuzu Trooper (M998 OJU) between April 2022 and February 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 20 February 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
M998 OJU Mileage History
- 11/04/2022147,274 mi
- 13/04/2022147,276 mi+2 mi
- 20/02/2023148,631 mi+1,355 mi
Average of roughly 1,573 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Isuzu Isuzu Trooper (Mk2)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
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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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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- 3.0L (4JX1) Injector Seal FailureSerious
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 RotSerious
Troopers are unfortunately famous for chassis rot. Many have been scrapped because the chassis rails simply disintegrated.
- Dual Mass Flywheel (DMF) FailureModerate
Later manual models use a DMF that can fail, leading to vibration and expensive repairs.
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