1999 Isuzu Trooper 3.0L Diesel · V986 ECH
1999 Isuzu Trooper (3.0L, diesel). First registered 04 Sept 1999. Recorded mileage 158,500 miles. MOT expired on 31 Oct 2025.
- Make & Model
- ISUZU TROOPER
- Year / Origin
- 1999 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 31 Oct 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 158,500 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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V986 ECH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 06/11/2025
- 158,500 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 13 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
V986 ECH 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 1999 Isuzu Trooper (V986 ECH) between July 2023 and November 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 06 November 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (11 issues), Bodywork (9 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 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: “Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm o”; “Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm ”; “Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a b”.
V986 ECH Mileage History
- 04/07/2023150,267 mi
- 07/07/2023150,292 mi+25 mi
- 28/10/2024156,340 mi+6,048 mi
- 01/11/2024156,402 mi+62 mi
- 06/11/2025158,500 mi+2,098 mi
Average of roughly 3,513 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Isuzu Isuzu Trooper (Mk2)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
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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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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- 3.0L (4JX1) Injector Seal FailureSerious
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 RotSerious
Troopers are unfortunately famous for chassis rot. Many have been scrapped because the chassis rails simply disintegrated.
- Dual Mass Flywheel (DMF) FailureModerate
Later manual models use a DMF that can fail, leading to vibration and expensive repairs.
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