2004 Isuzu Trooper 3.0L Diesel · FC04 HVK
2004 Isuzu Trooper (3.0L, diesel). First registered 27 Apr 2004. Recorded mileage 171,352 miles. MOT expired on 14 Mar 2024.
- Make & Model
- ISUZU TROOPER
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 14 Mar 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 171,352 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FC04 HVK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/03/2023
- 171,352 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FC04 HVK 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 2004 Isuzu Trooper (FC04 HVK) between January 2022 and March 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 15 March 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
FC04 HVK Mileage History
- 24/01/2022163,798 mi
- 15/02/2022164,232 mi+434 mi
- 17/02/2023171,256 mi+7,024 mi
- 09/03/2023171,342 mi+86 mi
- 15/03/2023171,352 mi+10 mi
Average of roughly 6,650 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: Poor
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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