2022 Isuzu D-Max Dl40 — MOT failures & pass rate
1,124 MOT tests on the 2022 Isuzu D-Max Dl40 are in this dataset, and 89.6% of them passed. That is 2.2 percentage points worse than all cars of a similar age, which fail at 8.2%. Failures cluster in brakes, tyres and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — brakes (3.9%) and tyres (3.7%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp aim, malfunction indicator lamp and brake pads — headlamp aim alone was recorded 33 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2022 D-Max Dl40 fails 7.0% of the time in the 0-30k band and 7.0% at 90-120k, a spread of only 0.0 points.
Tyres is the most common advisory, noted on 22.4% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 3.9% | 44 |
| 2 | Tyres | 3.7% | 42 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 3.6% | 41 |
| 4 | Suspension | 1.9% | 21 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 1.6% | 18 |
| 6 | Visibility | 1.1% | 12 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 33 |
| 2 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 18 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 18 |
| 4 | Shock absorbers | 16 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 14 |
| 6 | Service brake performance | 12 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 22.4% | 252 |
| 2 | Brakes | 11.9% | 134 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.2% | 58 |
| 4 | Suspension | 3.6% | 40 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 2.2% | 25 |
| 6 | Visibility | 2.1% | 24 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 370 | 7.0% |
| 30-60k | 494 | 12.3% |
| 60-90k | 198 | 13.1% |
| 90-120k | 57 | 7.0% |
What to check before buying a 2022 D-Max Dl40
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: brakes accounted for 3.9% of tests. Start there.
- Brakes (3.9% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Tyres (3.7% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Lighting & signalling (3.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2022 Isuzu D-Max Dl40s pass their MOT?
89.6% of the 1,124 2022 Isuzu D-Max Dl40 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 10.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Isuzu D-Max Dl40?
Brakes, recorded in 3.9% of tests, followed by tyres (3.7%).
Does the 2022 D-Max Dl40 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.0% in the 0-30k band to 7.0% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,124 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.