2003 Isuzu Trooper 3.0L Diesel · BF03 XRP
2003 Isuzu Trooper (3.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2003. Recorded mileage 184,479 miles. MOT expired on 26 Oct 2016.
- Make & Model
- ISUZU TROOPER
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 26 Oct 2016
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (26 Jul 2017)
- Recorded Mileage
- 184,479 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BF03 XRP Key Findings
- 15 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/10/2015
- 184,479 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (16 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BF03 XRP 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 2003 Isuzu Trooper (BF03 XRP) between March 2006 and October 2015.
The record contains 10 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 27 October 2015 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: Lighting (16 issues), Brakes (9 issues), Tyres (9 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 23 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: “Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)”; “Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)”; “Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)”.
BF03 XRP Mileage History
- 13/03/200630,050 mi
- 13/02/200740,605 mi+10,555 mi
- 29/10/200846,993 mi+6,388 mi
- 17/07/200948,881 mi+1,888 mi
- 30/07/201076,866 mi+27,985 mi
- 02/08/201077,025 mi+159 mi
- 01/07/2011105,704 mi+28,679 mi
- 04/07/2011105,704 mi
- 31/08/2012136,714 mi+31,010 mi
- 04/09/2012136,716 mi+2 mi
- 09/09/2013163,738 mi+27,022 mi
- 11/09/2013163,738 mi
- 16/09/2014176,264 mi+12,526 mi
- 19/10/2015184,477 mi+8,213 mi
- 27/10/2015184,479 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 16,047 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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