2000 Isuzu Trooper 3.0L Diesel · W939 NNY
2000 Isuzu Trooper (3.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2000. Recorded mileage 123,074 miles. MOT expired on 12 Jun 2014. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- ISUZU TROOPER
- Year / Origin
- 2000 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 12 Jun 2014
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 123,074 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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W939 NNY Key Findings
- 15 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/06/2013
- 123,074 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
W939 NNY 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 2000 Isuzu Trooper (W939 NNY) between August 2005 and June 2013.
The record contains 9 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 13 June 2013 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (11 issues), Brakes (10 issues), Lighting (8 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 22 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: “Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)”; “Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)”; “Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt”.
W939 NNY Mileage History
- 12/08/200562,073 mi
- 12/08/200562,073 mi
- 09/08/200672,979 mi+10,906 mi
- 09/08/200672,979 mi
- 31/07/200781,845 mi+8,866 mi
- 28/10/200893,693 mi+11,848 mi
- 14/10/2009101,606 mi+7,913 mi
- 13/08/2010109,107 mi+7,501 mi
- 13/08/2010109,107 mi
- 22/06/2011112,028 mi+2,921 mi
- 22/06/2011112,028 mi
- 17/04/2012116,169 mi+4,141 mi
- 25/04/2012116,189 mi+20 mi
- 10/06/2013123,074 mi+6,885 mi
- 13/06/2013123,074 mi
Average of roughly 7,785 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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