2001 Isuzu Trooper 3.0L Diesel · PE51 VLL
2001 Isuzu Trooper (3.0L, diesel). First registered 17/10/2001. Recorded mileage 84,238 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- ISUZU TROOPER
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Preston
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09/01/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 84,238 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2001
- Engine
- 2999cc
PE51 VLL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/01/2024
- 84,238 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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.
PE51 VLL Mileage History
- 04/01/202277,994 mi
- 08/01/202277,996 mi+2 mi
- 10/01/202381,385 mi+3,389 mi
- 03/01/202484,238 mi+2,853 mi
- 03/01/202484,238 mi
Average of roughly 3,129 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
PE51 VLL 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 2001 Isuzu Trooper (PE51 VLL) between January 2022 and January 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 03 January 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
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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