1998 Isuzu Trooper 3.1L Diesel · HBZ 306
1998 Isuzu Trooper (3.1L, diesel). First registered 26 Jun 1998. Recorded mileage 268,211 miles. MOT expired on 24 Jul 2025.
- Make & Model
- ISUZU TROOPER
- Year / Origin
- 1998 · Bournemouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 24 Jul 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 268,211 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
HBZ 306 Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/07/2024
- 268,211 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
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MOT Roadworthiness: 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.
HBZ 306 MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
1 MOT test are recorded for this 1998 Isuzu Trooper (HBZ 306) between July 2024 and July 2024.
The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 1 advisory notice notes an item to monitor.
In total 1 advisory notice is 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.
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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