1998 Isuzu Trooper 3.0L Diesel · R538 CNG
1998 Isuzu Trooper (3.0L, diesel). First registered 28/04/1998. Recorded mileage 135,262 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- ISUZU TROOPER
- Year / Origin
- 1998 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17/03/2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 135,262 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 1998
- Engine
- 2999cc
R538 CNG Key Findings
- 11 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/03/2023
- 135,262 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 15 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (15 mentions)
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.
R538 CNG Mileage History
- 10/10/200553,636 mi
- 11/10/200553,636 mi
- 26/07/200657,189 mi+3,553 mi
- 03/08/200773,207 mi+16,018 mi
- 03/08/200773,207 mi
- 07/07/200998,938 mi+25,731 mi
- 30/06/2010110,513 mi+11,575 mi
- 01/07/2011121,199 mi+10,686 mi
- 26/07/2012129,188 mi+7,989 mi
- 18/03/2023135,262 mi+6,074 mi
- 18/03/2023135,262 mi
Average of roughly 4,682 miles per year across 11 recorded odometer readings.
R538 CNG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
11 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Isuzu Trooper (R538 CNG) between October 2005 and March 2023.
The record contains 8 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 18 March 2023 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: Brakes (15 issues), Suspension (8 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 37 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 Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)”; “Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)”; “Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)”.
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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