1998 Isuzu Trooper 3.1L Diesel · S510 BNT
1998 Isuzu Trooper (3.1L, diesel). First registered 31/12/1998. Recorded mileage 106,118 miles. MOT valid until 10/12/2026.
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 1998
- Engine
- 3059cc
S510 BNT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/12/2025
- 106,118 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: 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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S510 BNT Mileage History
- 07/02/202398,128 mi
- 12/11/2024103,234 mi+5,106 mi
- 12/11/2024103,238 mi+4 mi
- 11/12/2025106,118 mi+2,880 mi
- 11/12/2025106,118 mi
Average of roughly 2,810 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
S510 BNT MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Isuzu Trooper (S510 BNT) between February 2023 and December 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 11 December 2025 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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