1998 Isuzu Trooper 3.1L Diesel · R368 DNM
1998 Isuzu Trooper (3.1L, diesel). First registered 31/03/1998. Recorded mileage 170,140 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 1998
- Engine
- 3059cc
R368 DNM Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/06/2022
- 170,140 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.
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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R368 DNM Mileage History
- 11/06/2022170,140 mi
- 11/06/2022170,140 mi
Average of roughly 0 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
R368 DNM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Isuzu Trooper (R368 DNM) between June 2022 and June 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 11 June 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure 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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