ISUZU TROOPER1998 · 3.1L Diesel
Vehicle Insight Summary
This 1998 ISUZU TROOPER is a Diesel vehicle with a 3059cc engine. Currently it has a valid MOT and is not currently taxed. The latest recorded mileage is 87,135.
- Fuel
- Diesel
- Year
- 1998
- Engine
- 3059cc
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Technical Specifications
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Full MOT History
MOT data last updated: 4/15/2026, 4:56:25 PM
Checking the history for this 1998 Isuzu Trooper (R960 FCV), we found 5 MOT results in the period of November 2021 to October 2025.
Across its entire MOT history, this Isuzu has a 60% success rate (3 passes and 2 fails). This is an average MOT record. Some attention to recurring issues may be beneficial.
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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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