1998 Isuzu Trooper 3.1L Diesel · S993 ATA
1998 Isuzu Trooper (3.1L, diesel). First registered 01/08/1998. Recorded mileage 105,325 miles. MOT valid until 28/07/2027.
- Make & Model
- ISUZU TROOPER
- Year / Origin
- 1998 · Glasgow
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28/07/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 105,325 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 1998
- Engine
- 3059cc
S993 ATA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/07/2026
- 105,325 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 19 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (27 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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.
S993 ATA Mileage History
- 17/07/2024101,957 mi
- 22/07/2025103,833 mi+1,876 mi
- 22/07/2025103,833 mi
- 14/07/2026105,307 mi+1,474 mi
- 16/07/2026105,325 mi+18 mi
Average of roughly 1,687 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
S993 ATA 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 1998 Isuzu Trooper (S993 ATA) between July 2024 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 16 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (27 issues), Suspension (8 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Bodywork (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 57 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: “Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a bo”; “Offside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))”; “Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”.
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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