2001 Isuzu Trooper 3.0L Diesel · Y998 CGJ
2001 Isuzu Trooper (3.0L, diesel). First registered 10 Mar 2001. Recorded mileage 201,075 miles. MOT expired on 21 Dec 2025.
- Make & Model
- ISUZU TROOPER
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 21 Dec 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 201,075 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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Y998 CGJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/12/2024
- 201,075 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.
Y998 CGJ 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 2001 Isuzu Trooper (Y998 CGJ) between December 2022 and December 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 20 December 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Y998 CGJ Mileage History
- 20/12/2022180,065 mi
- 21/12/2022180,066 mi+1 mi
- 20/12/2023189,578 mi+9,512 mi
- 13/12/2024201,035 mi+11,457 mi
- 20/12/2024201,075 mi+40 mi
Average of roughly 10,494 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
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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