1999 Isuzu Trooper 2.8L Diesel · V153 EEU
1999 Isuzu Trooper (2.8L, diesel). First registered 01/09/1999. Recorded mileage 129,812 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- ISUZU TROOPER
- Year / Origin
- 1999 · Worcester
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26/05/2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 129,812 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 1999
- Engine
- 2771cc
V153 EEU Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/05/2023
- 129,812 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: 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.
V153 EEU Mileage History
- 22/04/2022129,782 mi
- 27/04/2022129,784 mi+2 mi
- 27/05/2023129,812 mi+28 mi
Average of roughly 27 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
V153 EEU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 1999 Isuzu Trooper (V153 EEU) between April 2022 and May 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 27 May 2023 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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