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Isuzu Trooper LWB Turbo Diesel Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Isuzu Trooper LWB Turbo Diesel reliable? We analysed 1,274 real MOT tests across 340 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,274 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
57.5%
Typical Mileage
146,504mi
Annual Mileage
6,246mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
38yrs

The Isuzu Trooper LWB Turbo Diesel is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings and parking brake: efficiency below requirements. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Isuzu Trooper LWB Turbo Diesel.

Isuzu Trooper LWB Turbo Diesel Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Isuzu Trooper LWB Turbo Diesel. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Isuzu Trooper LWB Turbo Diesel MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Isuzu Trooper LWB Turbo Diesel to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

55.6%
1992
58%
1991
57.8%
1990
53.8%
1989
56.5%
1988

Isuzu Trooper LWB Turbo Diesel Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Isuzu Trooper LWB Turbo Diesel fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 234
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 233
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 220
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 202
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 153
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 143
Brake pipe excessively corroded 119
constant velocity joint gaiter split 107
parking brake recording little or no effort 101
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 70

Isuzu Trooper LWB Turbo Diesel Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Isuzu Trooper LWB Turbo Diesel owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
3,674 mi/yr
Typical
6,246 mi/yr
Average
7,479 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,603 mi/yr

Isuzu Trooper LWB Turbo Diesel MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Isuzu Trooper LWB Turbo Diesel year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
1992 187 55.6% 110,726 135,248 160,724
1991 419 58.0% 116,484 139,298 162,347
1990 256 57.8% 140,610 161,845 192,247
1989 158 53.8% 133,986 163,990 178,737
1988 131 56.5% 142,304 160,888 194,872

How Long Does a Isuzu Trooper LWB Turbo Diesel Last?

Based on 340 Isuzu Trooper LWB Turbo Diesel vehicles on UK roads.

Average
16.4 years
Median
16.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
38 years

Isuzu Trooper LWB Turbo Diesel Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Isuzu Trooper LWB Turbo Diesel MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
146,504 mi
75th Percentile
172,615 mi
95th Percentile
219,921 mi
Max Recorded
999,269 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Isuzu Trooper LWB Turbo Diesel

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
1991

58.0% MOT pass rate from 419 tests

Year to avoid
1989

53.8% MOT pass rate from 158 tests

The best year to buy a used Isuzu Trooper LWB Turbo Diesel is 1991, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 58.0% across 419 tests. The 1989 model year has the lowest pass rate at 53.8% — 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 LWB Turbo Diesel Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Isuzu Trooper LWB Turbo Diesel THIS CAR 57.5% 1,274 146,504 mi 38 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
Land Rover Freelander TD4 Gs 72.9% 458 145,888 mi — yrs

Compared to the Isuzu Trooper (69.0% pass rate) and the Isuzu D-max (79.2% pass rate), the Isuzu Trooper LWB Turbo Diesel trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Isuzu Trooper LWB Turbo Diesel?

The Isuzu Trooper LWB Turbo Diesel has an overall MOT pass rate of 57.5% across 1,274 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.

The most common problems on the Isuzu Trooper LWB Turbo Diesel are seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (234 recorded failures), body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (233), and parking brake: efficiency below requirements (220). 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 LWB Turbo Diesel owner drives around 6,246 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 LWB Turbo Diesel 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.

Isuzu Trooper LWB Turbo Diesel — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Isuzu Trooper LWB Turbo Diesel reliable?
Based on 1,274 MOT tests, the Isuzu Trooper LWB Turbo Diesel has a 57.5% pass rate — below average, so factor in potential repair costs.
What are the common problems on a Isuzu Trooper LWB Turbo Diesel?
The most common MOT failures are seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings, and parking brake: efficiency below requirements. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Isuzu Trooper LWB Turbo Diesel do per year?
The typical Isuzu Trooper LWB Turbo Diesel does around 6,246 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Isuzu Trooper LWB Turbo Diesel last?
Most Isuzu Trooper LWB Turbo Diesel models stay on UK roads for around 38 years based on our analysis of 340 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Isuzu Trooper LWB Turbo Diesel?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Isuzu Trooper LWB Turbo Diesel?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Isuzu Trooper LWB Turbo Diesel is 1991 with a 58.0% pass rate across 419 tests.