2005 Isuzu Trooper 3.0L Diesel · SH54 LBJ
2005 Isuzu Trooper (3.0L, diesel). First registered 01/01/2005. Recorded mileage 84,323 miles. MOT valid until 30/01/2027.
- Make & Model
- ISUZU TROOPER
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Glasgow
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30/01/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 84,323 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
SH54 LBJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/01/2026
- 84,323 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.
SH54 LBJ Mileage History
- 01/12/202171,554 mi
- 02/12/202171,554 mi
- 25/04/202376,456 mi+4,902 mi
- 24/04/202480,773 mi+4,317 mi
- 31/01/202684,323 mi+3,550 mi
Average of roughly 3,064 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SH54 LBJ 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 (SH54 LBJ) between December 2021 and January 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 31 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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