Isuzu Trooper Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Isuzu Trooper car check
Is the Isuzu Trooper reliable? We analysed 362,452 real MOT tests across 33,962 vehicles to find out.
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The Isuzu Trooper is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pipe excessively corroded, position lamp(s) not working and exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Isuzu Trooper.
Isuzu Trooper Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Isuzu Trooper. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Isuzu Trooper MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Isuzu Trooper to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Isuzu Trooper Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Isuzu Trooper fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Isuzu Trooper Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Isuzu Trooper owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Isuzu Trooper MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Isuzu Trooper year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 55 | 80.0% | 95,431 | 113,386 | 165,152 |
| 2009 | 75 | 78.7% | 127,282 | 157,274 | 178,062 |
| 2008 | 177 | 71.2% | 95,082 | 126,475 | 148,994 |
| 2007 | 814 | 69.0% | 106,460 | 138,098 | 172,906 |
| 2006 | 3,269 | 70.2% | 109,720 | 144,292 | 186,933 |
| 2005 | 10,851 | 71.6% | 76,688 | 111,440 | 153,338 |
| 2004 | 17,647 | 72.1% | 69,767 | 102,561 | 139,460 |
| 2003 | 24,890 | 71.2% | 65,001 | 95,954 | 133,499 |
| 2002 | 33,499 | 71.1% | 67,415 | 94,138 | 123,931 |
| 2001 | 24,421 | 70.9% | 73,406 | 100,296 | 129,299 |
| 2000 | 28,843 | 70.2% | 78,831 | 102,609 | 129,517 |
| 1999 | 37,725 | 69.4% | 85,968 | 110,159 | 138,638 |
| 1998 | 32,576 | 69.7% | 92,926 | 117,851 | 147,138 |
| 1997 | 30,321 | 69.1% | 99,386 | 126,742 | 156,573 |
| 1996 | 23,366 | 67.6% | 103,812 | 128,794 | 157,500 |
| 1995 | 18,608 | 67.5% | 107,425 | 133,586 | 161,998 |
| 1994 | 19,362 | 66.9% | 111,546 | 137,788 | 166,345 |
| 1993 | 25,043 | 66.7% | 111,626 | 136,942 | 163,352 |
| 1992 | 17,026 | 65.8% | 112,266 | 137,785 | 163,948 |
| 1991 | 4,504 | 60.5% | 100,185 | 128,083 | 156,251 |
How Long Does a Isuzu Trooper Last?
Based on 33,962 Isuzu Trooper vehicles on UK roads.
Isuzu Trooper Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Isuzu Trooper MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Isuzu Trooper
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
80.0% MOT pass rate from 55 tests
60.1% MOT pass rate from 3,751 tests
The best year to buy a used Isuzu Trooper is 2012, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 80.0% across 55 tests. The 1990 model year has the lowest pass rate at 60.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Isuzu Trooper Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Isuzu Trooper THIS CAR | 69.0% | 362,452 | 117,154 mi | 38 yrs |
| Isuzu D-max | 79.2% | 268,922 | 63,046 mi | 13 yrs |
| Isuzu Rodeo | 71% | 189,090 | 87,999 mi | 24 yrs |
| Isuzu Tf | 70.6% | 43,907 | 81,375 mi | 27 yrs |
| Honda C90 | 82.7% | 113,520 | 18,183 mi | 48 yrs |
Compared to the Isuzu D-max (79.2% pass rate) and the Isuzu Rodeo (71.0% pass rate), the Isuzu Trooper trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Isuzu TrooperShould you buy a used Isuzu Trooper?
The Isuzu Trooper has an overall MOT pass rate of 69.0% across 362,452 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Isuzu Trooper are brake pipe excessively corroded (28,164 recorded failures), position lamp(s) not working (10,697), and exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (10,634). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Isuzu Trooper owner drives around 5,567 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Isuzu Trooper models stay on UK roads for around 38 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.