1998 Isuzu Trooper 3.0L Diesel · S351 JGX
1998 Isuzu Trooper (3.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Oct 1998. Recorded mileage 125,350 miles. MOT expired on 06 Aug 2016.
- Make & Model
- ISUZU TROOPER
- Year / Origin
- 1998 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 06 Aug 2016
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (01 May 2016)
- Recorded Mileage
- 125,350 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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S351 JGX Key Findings
- 15 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/08/2015
- 125,350 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (20 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
S351 JGX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
15 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Isuzu Trooper (S351 JGX) between March 2006 and August 2015.
The record contains 10 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 04 August 2015 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (20 issues), Suspension (8 issues), Steering (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 24 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)”; “Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)”; “Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)”.
S351 JGX Mileage History
- 22/03/200669,715 mi
- 14/07/200781,556 mi+11,841 mi
- 04/08/200887,503 mi+5,947 mi
- 04/08/200887,503 mi
- 07/08/200993,328 mi+5,825 mi
- 05/08/201098,556 mi+5,228 mi
- 20/07/2011104,963 mi+6,407 mi
- 21/07/2011104,975 mi+12 mi
- 30/07/2012110,513 mi+5,538 mi
- 31/07/2012110,513 mi
- 26/07/2013115,343 mi+4,830 mi
- 02/08/2013115,343 mi
- 04/08/2014120,238 mi+4,895 mi
- 03/08/2015125,350 mi+5,112 mi
- 04/08/2015125,350 mi
Average of roughly 5,939 miles per year across 15 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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