2003 Isuzu Trooper 3.0L Diesel · CP53 GCV
2003 Isuzu Trooper (3.0L, diesel). First registered 09/10/2003. Recorded mileage 93,926 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- ISUZU TROOPER
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Swansea
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23/04/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 93,926 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 2999cc
CP53 GCV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 22/04/2025
- 93,926 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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.
CP53 GCV Mileage History
- 23/05/202291,147 mi
- 16/05/202392,466 mi+1,319 mi
- 16/05/202392,466 mi
- 24/04/202493,153 mi+687 mi
- 22/04/202593,926 mi+773 mi
Average of roughly 953 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
CP53 GCV 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 2003 Isuzu Trooper (CP53 GCV) between May 2022 and April 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 22 April 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
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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