Isuzu Trooper MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Isuzu Trooper. Check any Trooper by registration number below.

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68.8%

Avg Pass Rate

-5.8%

vs Isuzu Avg

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Isuzu Trooper — MOT Reliability Overview

The Isuzu Trooper has an average MOT pass rate of 68.8%, which is 5.8 percentage points below the Isuzu brand average of 74.5%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Trooper on the road.

The most common reasons a Isuzu Trooper fails its MOT are the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired. If you are preparing your Trooper for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Isuzu Trooper, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Isuzu Trooper performs at MOT across different model years.

2006

Based on 100 vehicles

72.0%Average

Isuzu average: 74.5%

Dangerous Defects

6.7%

Retest Rate

13.3%

2005

Based on 398 vehicles

64.1%Below Average

Isuzu average: 74.5%

Dangerous Defects

6.2%

Retest Rate

30.6%

2004

Based on 618 vehicles

66.5%Average

Isuzu average: 74.5%

Dangerous Defects

5.5%

Retest Rate

25.4%

2003

Based on 628 vehicles

63.4%Below Average

Isuzu average: 74.5%

Dangerous Defects

7.6%

Retest Rate

33.6%

2002

Based on 821 vehicles

65.8%Average

Isuzu average: 74.5%

Dangerous Defects

5.9%

Retest Rate

24.0%

2001

Based on 512 vehicles

68.9%Average

Isuzu average: 74.5%

Dangerous Defects

6.8%

Retest Rate

22.2%

2000

Based on 504 vehicles

66.3%Average

Isuzu average: 74.5%

Dangerous Defects

5.6%

Retest Rate

26.5%

1999

Based on 763 vehicles

66.7%Average

Isuzu average: 74.5%

Dangerous Defects

3.8%

Retest Rate

21.8%

1998

Based on 881 vehicles

71.2%Average

Isuzu average: 74.5%

Dangerous Defects

2.5%

Retest Rate

22.0%

1997

Based on 838 vehicles

71.2%Average

Isuzu average: 74.5%

Dangerous Defects

3.1%

Retest Rate

23.5%

1996

Based on 362 vehicles

60.5%Below Average

Isuzu average: 74.5%

Dangerous Defects

7.0%

Retest Rate

33.5%

1995

Based on 187 vehicles

65.8%Average

Isuzu average: 74.5%

Dangerous Defects

4.8%

Retest Rate

32.3%

1994

Based on 181 vehicles

69.6%Average

Isuzu average: 74.5%

Dangerous Defects

1.6%

Retest Rate

26.4%

1993

Based on 195 vehicles

79.5%Good

Isuzu average: 74.5%

Dangerous Defects

3.0%

Retest Rate

12.8%

1992

Based on 109 vehicles

67.9%Average

Isuzu average: 74.5%

Dangerous Defects

2.8%

Retest Rate

30.6%

1991

Based on 41 vehicles

63.4%Below Average

Isuzu average: 74.5%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

23.1%

1990

Based on 63 vehicles

81.0%Good

Isuzu average: 74.5%

0

Based on 3,411 vehicles

73.7%Average

Isuzu average: 74.5%

Mileage at 5yr

138k mi

Top MOT Failures — Isuzu Trooper

The most common reasons a Isuzu Trooper fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

9.6%

Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded

6.9%

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

5.4%

Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake

4.4%

A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

4.4%

Isuzu Trooper Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside

9.0%

Front Offside

8.0%

Rear Offside

8.0%

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85.7% pass rate

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65.1% pass rate

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92.1% pass rate

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74.7% pass rate

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71.4% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Isuzu Trooper

Isuzu Trooper — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Isuzu Trooper MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Isuzu Trooper?

The average MOT pass rate for the Isuzu Trooper is 68.8% compared to the Isuzu average of 74.5%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Isuzu Trooper?

The most common MOT failures on the Isuzu Trooper are: The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (9.6%), Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded (6.9%), The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (5.4%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Isuzu Trooper reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 68.8%, the Isuzu Trooper is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.

How do I check the MOT history of a Isuzu Trooper?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Isuzu Trooper?

Typical mileage for the Isuzu Trooper: 137,841 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Trooper to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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