Isuzu Trooper Duty LWB Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Isuzu Trooper Duty LWB reliable? We analysed 801 real MOT tests across 175 vehicles to find out.
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The Isuzu Trooper Duty LWB is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pipe excessively corroded, constant velocity joint gaiter split and position lamp(s) not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Isuzu Trooper Duty LWB.
Isuzu Trooper Duty LWB Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Isuzu Trooper Duty LWB. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Isuzu Trooper Duty LWB MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Isuzu Trooper Duty LWB to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Isuzu Trooper Duty LWB Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Isuzu Trooper Duty LWB fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Isuzu Trooper Duty LWB Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Isuzu Trooper Duty LWB owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Isuzu Trooper Duty LWB MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Isuzu Trooper Duty LWB year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 162 | 70.4% | 100,761 | 121,988 | 145,522 |
| 1997 | 170 | 68.2% | 97,191 | 120,297 | 141,772 |
| 1996 | 333 | 68.5% | 99,155 | 116,775 | 143,445 |
How Long Does a Isuzu Trooper Duty LWB Last?
Based on 175 Isuzu Trooper Duty LWB vehicles on UK roads.
Isuzu Trooper Duty LWB Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Isuzu Trooper Duty LWB 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 Duty LWB
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
70.4% MOT pass rate from 162 tests
68.2% MOT pass rate from 170 tests
The best year to buy a used Isuzu Trooper Duty LWB is 1998, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 70.4% across 162 tests. The 1997 model year has the lowest pass rate at 68.2% — 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 Duty LWB Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Isuzu Trooper Duty LWB THIS CAR | 68.0% | 801 | 119,864 mi | 30 yrs |
| Isuzu Trooper | 69% | 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 |
| Mercedes-benz Gla 220 AMG Line Exec D 4M A | 93.3% | 359 | 26,136 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Isuzu Trooper (69.0% pass rate) and the Isuzu D-max (79.2% pass rate), the Isuzu Trooper Duty LWB trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Isuzu Trooper Duty LWB has an overall MOT pass rate of 68.0% across 801 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Isuzu Trooper Duty LWB are brake pipe excessively corroded (123 recorded failures), constant velocity joint gaiter split (49), and position lamp(s) not working (34). 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 Duty LWB owner drives around 6,569 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 Duty LWB models stay on UK roads for around 30 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.