1998 ISUZU TROOPER3.0L Diesel
ISUZU TROOPER (1998, Diesel, 2999cc) — mileage recorded at 203,125. MOT status: valid. Road tax: not taxed. Check full history before buying.
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 1998
- Engine
- 2999cc
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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Technical Specifications
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Full MOT History
This 1998 Isuzu Trooper (S877 CHU) has a recorded MOT history spanning from November 2023 to December 2025, with 5 MOT tests on record.
Across its entire MOT history, this Isuzu has a 60% success rate (3 passes and 2 fails). A decent overall history, though the failure record warrants a closer look for any patterns.
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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