1998 Isuzu Trooper 3.5L Petrol · S894 CJW
1998 Isuzu Trooper (3.5L, petrol). First registered 01/10/1998. Recorded mileage 154,060 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- ISUZU TROOPER
- Year / Origin
- 1998 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17/12/2015
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 154,060 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 3.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 1998
- Engine
- 3494cc
S894 CJW Key Findings
- 14 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/12/2014
- 154,060 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (11 mentions)
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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Known faults for Isuzu Isuzu Trooper
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
S894 CJW Mileage History
- 10/07/2006104,242 mi
- 12/07/2006104,262 mi+20 mi
- 11/07/2007115,222 mi+10,960 mi
- 12/07/2007115,222 mi
- 03/07/2008124,682 mi+9,460 mi
- 02/07/2009133,969 mi+9,287 mi
- 28/06/2010142,374 mi+8,405 mi
- 28/11/2011146,389 mi+4,015 mi
- 29/11/2011146,389 mi
- 27/11/2012148,580 mi+2,191 mi
- 21/11/2013151,229 mi+2,649 mi
- 03/12/2013151,229 mi
- 18/12/2014154,057 mi+2,828 mi
- 18/12/2014154,060 mi+3 mi
Average of roughly 5,902 miles per year across 14 recorded odometer readings.
S894 CJW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
14 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Isuzu Trooper (S894 CJW) between July 2006 and December 2014.
The record contains 9 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 18 December 2014 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: Brakes (11 issues), Tyres (11 issues), Lighting (9 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 19 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: “Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)”; “Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)”; “Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)”.
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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