Isuzu D-Max Eiger D/C Intercooler Td MOT pass rate & common failures
The Isuzu D-Max Eiger D/C Intercooler Td appears in 2,876 MOT tests spanning model years 2012–2014, and 74.2% of them passed. All cars of a similar age fail 20.3% of the time, so this is 5.4pp worse than the group it competes with. Its most common failure areas are lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (16.6%) and suspension (13.7%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are rigid brake pipes, rear fog lamp and position lamp — rigid brake pipes alone was recorded 200 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 18.6% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 29.5% once past 150k.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 39.3% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 22.4% of tests failed in 2021 against 28.8% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
By model year
Every D-Max Eiger D/C Intercooler Td model year with a usable sample. Years with their own detailed report are linked.
| Year | Tests | Pass rate | Fail rate | Most common failure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 746 | 75.1% | 24.9% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2013 | 2,123 | 74.0% | 26.0% | Lighting & signalling |
Most common failures (all years)
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 16.6% | 478 |
| 2 | Suspension | 13.7% | 394 |
| 3 | Brakes | 11.3% | 326 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 7.7% | 221 |
| 5 | Visibility | 5.6% | 162 |
| 6 | Tyres | 3.3% | 94 |
| 7 | Emissions & environmental | 3.1% | 88 |
| 8 | Other defects | 1.3% | 36 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rigid brake pipes | 200 |
| 2 | Rear fog lamp | 192 |
| 3 | Position lamp | 188 |
| 4 | Shock absorbers | 181 |
| 5 | Ball joint | 180 |
| 6 | Exhaust system | 129 |
| 7 | Pins and bushes | 126 |
| 8 | Wipers | 111 |
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 | 39.3% | 1,130 |
| 2 | Brakes | 29.0% | 833 |
| 3 | Tyres | 19.5% | 561 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 17.4% | 501 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 13.2% | 379 |
| 6 | Other defects | 10.6% | 304 |
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 | 59 | 18.6% |
| 30-60k | 395 | 19.5% |
| 60-90k | 822 | 26.3% |
| 90-120k | 799 | 25.3% |
| 120-150k | 466 | 29.2% |
| 150k+ | 335 | 29.5% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 615 | 22.4% |
| 2022 | 639 | 27.7% |
| 2023 | 570 | 24.6% |
| 2024 | 532 | 25.6% |
| 2025 | 520 | 28.8% |
What to check before buying a Isuzu D-Max Eiger D/C Intercooler Td
- Lighting & signalling (16.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (13.7% 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.
- Brakes (11.3% 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.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Isuzu D-Max Eiger D/C Intercooler Td?
74.2% of the 2,876 Isuzu D-Max Eiger D/C Intercooler Td MOT tests in this dataset passed, a 25.8% fail rate, across model years 2012–2014.
What does the Isuzu D-Max Eiger D/C Intercooler Td most often fail its MOT on?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 16.6% of tests, then suspension (13.7%).
How much does mileage affect D-Max Eiger D/C Intercooler Td MOT results?
Fail rates run at 18.6% for cars in the 0-30k band and 29.5% for 150k+, a 10.9-point difference.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,876 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.