Isuzu Trooper SWB Turbo D Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Isuzu Trooper SWB Turbo D reliable? We analysed 3,200 real MOT tests across 739 vehicles to find out.
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The Isuzu Trooper SWB Turbo D is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pipe excessively corroded, suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Isuzu Trooper SWB Turbo D.
Isuzu Trooper SWB Turbo D Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Isuzu Trooper SWB Turbo D. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Isuzu Trooper SWB Turbo D MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Isuzu Trooper SWB Turbo D to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Isuzu Trooper SWB Turbo D Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Isuzu Trooper SWB Turbo D fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Isuzu Trooper SWB Turbo D Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Isuzu Trooper SWB Turbo D owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Isuzu Trooper SWB Turbo D MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Isuzu Trooper SWB Turbo D year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | 517 | 63.8% | 111,192 | 127,998 | 146,659 |
| 1994 | 800 | 63.5% | 111,047 | 135,574 | 163,774 |
| 1993 | 1,447 | 63.2% | 113,574 | 135,224 | 157,812 |
| 1992 | 373 | 66.2% | 115,793 | 140,498 | 157,641 |
How Long Does a Isuzu Trooper SWB Turbo D Last?
Based on 739 Isuzu Trooper SWB Turbo D vehicles on UK roads.
Isuzu Trooper SWB Turbo D Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Isuzu Trooper SWB Turbo D 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 SWB Turbo D
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
66.2% MOT pass rate from 373 tests
63.2% MOT pass rate from 1,447 tests
The best year to buy a used Isuzu Trooper SWB Turbo D is 1992, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 66.2% across 373 tests. The 1993 model year has the lowest pass rate at 63.2% — 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 SWB Turbo D Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Isuzu Trooper SWB Turbo D THIS CAR | 63.9% | 3,200 | 134,272 mi | 34 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 |
| Renault Clio Expression 16V | 77.3% | 5,293 | 83,226 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Isuzu Trooper (69.0% pass rate) and the Isuzu D-max (79.2% pass rate), the Isuzu Trooper SWB Turbo D trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Isuzu Trooper SWB Turbo D has an overall MOT pass rate of 63.9% across 3,200 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Isuzu Trooper SWB Turbo D are brake pipe excessively corroded (459 recorded failures), suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (310), and vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (255). 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 SWB Turbo D owner drives around 6,443 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 SWB Turbo D models stay on UK roads for around 34 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.