2002 Isuzu Trooper 3.0L Diesel · RF52 TVD
2002 Isuzu Trooper (3.0L, diesel). First registered 21/11/2002. Recorded mileage 102,294 miles. MOT valid until 08/01/2027.
- Make & Model
- ISUZU TROOPER
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Reading
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08/01/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 102,294 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2002
- Engine
- 2999cc
RF52 TVD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/01/2026
- 102,294 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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.
RF52 TVD Mileage History
- 25/03/202496,515 mi
- 30/07/202499,169 mi+2,654 mi
- 25/10/202499,971 mi+802 mi
- 01/11/202499,939 mi-32 mi
- 09/01/2026102,294 mi+2,355 mi
Average of roughly 3,223 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
RF52 TVD 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 2002 Isuzu Trooper (RF52 TVD) between March 2024 and January 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 09 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure 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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