2005 Isuzu Trooper 3.0L Diesel · MX55 CMK
2005 Isuzu Trooper (3.0L, diesel). First registered 07/10/2005. Recorded mileage 158,267 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- ISUZU TROOPER
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23/05/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 158,267 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 2999cc
MX55 CMK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/05/2025
- 158,267 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
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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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.
MX55 CMK Mileage History
- 23/01/2024152,827 mi
- 23/05/2024153,804 mi+977 mi
- 25/05/2024153,806 mi+2 mi
- 16/05/2025158,182 mi+4,376 mi
- 23/05/2025158,267 mi+85 mi
Average of roughly 4,088 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
MX55 CMK 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 2005 Isuzu Trooper (MX55 CMK) between January 2024 and May 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 23 May 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (9 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Bodywork (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 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: “Offside Front Upper Suspension locking device missing ball joint nut (5.3.6 (b))”; “Nearside Front Upper Suspension locking device missing Ball joint nut (5.3.6 (b))”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension locking device missing ball joint nut (5.3.6 (b))”.
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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