2012 Isuzu D-Max E/C Intercooler Td — MOT failures & pass rate
412 MOT tests on the 2012 Isuzu D-Max E/C Intercooler Td are in this dataset, and 77.2% of them passed. Against all cars of a similar age (21.6% fail rate), the 2012 D-Max E/C Intercooler Td comes out 1.2pp worse. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and body, structure & corrosion.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (13.6%) and suspension (11.7%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are wipers, position lamp and pins and bushes — wipers alone was recorded 26 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 17.3% in the 30-60k band and 29.4% in the 150k+ band, a 12.1-point spread.
Suspension is the most common advisory, noted on 44.4% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is improving — the fail rate fell from 27.0% in 2021 to 23.7% in 2025, as the worst-kept examples leave the fleet.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 13.6% | 56 |
| 2 | Suspension | 11.7% | 48 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 9.5% | 39 |
| 4 | Brakes | 7.0% | 29 |
| 5 | Visibility | 7.0% | 29 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 3.9% | 16 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 26 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 26 |
| 3 | Pins and bushes | 25 |
| 4 | Exhaust system | 25 |
| 5 | Rear fog lamp | 24 |
| 6 | Shock absorbers | 23 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 44.4% | 183 |
| 2 | Brakes | 26.9% | 111 |
| 3 | Tyres | 21.4% | 88 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 17.2% | 71 |
| 5 | Other defects | 12.6% | 52 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 10.2% | 42 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 75 | 17.3% |
| 60-90k | 110 | 22.7% |
| 90-120k | 136 | 24.3% |
| 120-150k | 48 | 22.9% |
| 150k+ | 34 | 29.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 89 | 27.0% |
| 2022 | 84 | 21.4% |
| 2023 | 87 | 21.8% |
| 2024 | 76 | 19.7% |
| 2025 | 76 | 23.7% |
What to check before buying a 2012 D-Max E/C Intercooler Td
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 13.6% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (13.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (11.7% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Body, structure & corrosion (9.5% of tests): The one to take seriously on older cars — corrosion to structural areas can be costly and is an MOT failure. Typical repair: £200–£1,500+.
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 2012 Isuzu D-Max E/C Intercooler Tds pass their MOT?
77.2% of the 412 2012 Isuzu D-Max E/C Intercooler Td MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 22.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2012 Isuzu D-Max E/C Intercooler Td?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 13.6% of tests, followed by suspension (11.7%).
Does the 2012 D-Max E/C Intercooler Td get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 17.3% in the 30-60k band to 29.4% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 412 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.