2002 Isuzu Trooper 3.1L Diesel · G423 ABP
2002 Isuzu Trooper (3.1L, diesel). First registered 01/03/2002. Recorded mileage 103,350 miles. MOT valid until 28/04/2027.
- Make & Model
- ISUZU TROOPER
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Maidstone
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28/04/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 103,350 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2002
- Engine
- 3059cc
G423 ABP Key Findings
- 23 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/04/2026
- 103,350 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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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.
G423 ABP Mileage History
- 06/03/200629,697 mi
- 05/03/200736,390 mi+6,693 mi
- 05/03/200736,390 mi
- 04/03/200841,627 mi+5,237 mi
- 06/03/200841,707 mi+80 mi
- 26/02/200946,997 mi+5,290 mi
- 10/03/201052,213 mi+5,216 mi
- 22/02/201156,872 mi+4,659 mi
- 07/03/201261,944 mi+5,072 mi
- 26/03/201366,374 mi+4,430 mi
- 25/03/201471,537 mi+5,163 mi
- 09/03/201575,840 mi+4,303 mi
- 14/03/201681,673 mi+5,833 mi
- 15/03/201786,362 mi+4,689 mi
- 27/03/201889,797 mi+3,435 mi
- 28/03/201992,496 mi+2,699 mi
- 01/04/202094,683 mi+2,187 mi
- 08/04/202195,615 mi+932 mi
- 28/03/202296,899 mi+1,284 mi
- 24/04/202398,494 mi+1,595 mi
- 30/04/2024100,178 mi+1,684 mi
- 02/04/2025101,644 mi+1,466 mi
- 01/04/2026103,350 mi+1,706 mi
Average of roughly 3,670 miles per year across 23 recorded odometer readings.
G423 ABP MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
23 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Isuzu Trooper (G423 ABP) between March 2006 and April 2026.
The record contains 21 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 01 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Steering (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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: “Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)”; “Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)”; “Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)”.
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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