2003 Isuzu Trooper 3.0L Diesel · WA03 TBY
2003 Isuzu Trooper (3.0L, diesel). First registered 13/06/2003. Recorded mileage 152,767 miles. MOT valid until 23/02/2027.
- Make & Model
- ISUZU TROOPER
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Exeter
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23/02/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 152,767 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 2999cc
WA03 TBY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/02/2026
- 152,767 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 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.
WA03 TBY Mileage History
- 05/10/2024150,387 mi
- 14/12/2024150,519 mi+132 mi
- 05/01/2026152,643 mi+2,124 mi
- 21/02/2026152,739 mi+96 mi
- 24/02/2026152,767 mi+28 mi
Average of roughly 1,715 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
WA03 TBY 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 2003 Isuzu Trooper (WA03 TBY) between October 2024 and February 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 24 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures 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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