Isuzu Trooper Swb Turbo Diesel (1987)
1987 Isuzu Trooper Swb Turbo Diesel
CarHunch analysed 557 real MOT records for the 1987 Isuzu Trooper Swb Turbo Diesel. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 1987 Isuzu Trooper is a serious reliability concern, with only 40% passing their MOT first time against the UK average of 80%—that's half the pass rate. No dangerous defects were recorded across the 557 vehicles tested, which is the one bright spot, but the stark failure rate suggests these old diesels need significant work to pass inspection.
At a median mileage of 158,556 miles, these Troopers have covered serious distance for their age, yet the data shows zero recorded failures or advisories per vehicle on average—a statistical anomaly that likely reflects incomplete testing records rather than actual condition. If you're considering one, budget for a full pre-purchase inspection by someone familiar with 1980s Japanese 4x4s, as the MOT data alone won't tell you what's actually wrong.
What to check before buying a 1987 Isuzu Trooper Swb Turbo Diesel
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (100%) | 555 | 0.4% | 0 |
| Petrol (0%) | 2 | 0% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 1987 Isuzu Trooper Swb Turbo Diesel vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 1987 Isuzu Trooper Swb Turbo Diesel vehicles fall between 122,768 and 158,556 miles.
MOT History Averages
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