2001 Isuzu Trooper 3.0L Diesel · X243 WUP
2001 Isuzu Trooper (3.0L, diesel). First registered 01/01/2001. Recorded mileage 176,234 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- ISUZU TROOPER
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Export Allocation
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03/05/2022
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 176,234 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 2001
- Engine
- 2999cc
X243 WUP Key Findings
- 22 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/05/2021
- 176,234 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (8 mentions)
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.
X243 WUP Mileage History
- 19/05/200662,419 mi
- 18/05/200770,737 mi+8,318 mi
- 18/05/200770,737 mi
- 22/05/200878,958 mi+8,221 mi
- 28/01/200995,919 mi+16,961 mi
- 20/01/2010109,988 mi+14,069 mi
- 20/01/2010109,988 mi
- 27/01/2011121,325 mi+11,337 mi
- 09/01/2012129,122 mi+7,797 mi
- 09/01/2012129,122 mi
- 14/12/2012136,235 mi+7,113 mi
- 18/11/2013141,344 mi+5,109 mi
- 19/11/2013141,344 mi
- 12/11/2014145,227 mi+3,883 mi
- 23/11/2015149,434 mi+4,207 mi
- 26/11/2015149,448 mi+14 mi
- 31/10/2016152,618 mi+3,170 mi
- 31/10/2016152,618 mi
- 29/01/2018158,787 mi+6,169 mi
- 23/03/2019167,315 mi+8,528 mi
- 01/05/2020171,380 mi+4,065 mi
- 04/05/2021176,234 mi+4,854 mi
Average of roughly 7,608 miles per year across 22 recorded odometer readings.
X243 WUP MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
22 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Isuzu Trooper (X243 WUP) between May 2006 and May 2021.
The record contains 16 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 04 May 2021 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (8 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Bodywork (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 22 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: “Body has a projection caused by damage both side steps insecure (6.1.C.1)”; “Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of”; “Centre Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt et”.
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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