2003 Isuzu Trooper 3.1L Diesel · TM53 TOW
2003 Isuzu Trooper (3.1L, diesel). First registered 10/09/2003. Recorded mileage 142,177 miles. MOT status: Failed.
- Make & Model
- ISUZU TROOPER
- Year / Origin
- 2003
- MOT Status
- Failed
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 142,177 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 3100cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
TM53 TOW Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 08/08/2023
- 142,177 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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.
TM53 TOW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
1 MOT test are recorded for this 2003 Isuzu Trooper (TM53 TOW) between August 2023 and August 2023.
The record contains 0 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 08 August 2023 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
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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