Isuzu D-Max Utah D/C Int-Cooler Td A MOT pass rate & common failures
1,791 MOT tests on the Isuzu D-Max Utah D/C Int-Cooler Td A (2012–2013) give it a 78.1% pass rate. Against all cars of a similar age (20.7% fail rate), the D-Max Utah D/C Int-Cooler Td A comes out 1.2pp worse. Its most common failure areas are lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 13.1% of all tests — 3.0 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are position lamp, rear fog lamp and rigid brake pipes — position lamp alone was recorded 104 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 15.4% in the 30-60k band and 26.2% in the 150k+ band, a 10.8-point spread.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 35.4% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
By model year
Every D-Max Utah D/C Int-Cooler Td A model year with a usable sample. Years with their own detailed report are linked.
| Year | Tests | Pass rate | Fail rate | Most common failure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 822 | 77.3% | 22.8% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2013 | 969 | 78.7% | 21.3% | Lighting & signalling |
Most common failures (all years)
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 13.1% | 235 |
| 2 | Suspension | 10.1% | 181 |
| 3 | Brakes | 10.1% | 181 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 6.5% | 116 |
| 5 | Visibility | 3.5% | 62 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 3.0% | 54 |
| 7 | Tyres | 1.9% | 35 |
| 8 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.9% | 17 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Position lamp | 104 |
| 2 | Rear fog lamp | 104 |
| 3 | Rigid brake pipes | 84 |
| 4 | Shock absorbers | 77 |
| 5 | Exhaust system | 76 |
| 6 | Pins and bushes | 68 |
| 7 | Ball joint | 65 |
| 8 | Registration plate lamp(s) | 49 |
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 | 35.4% | 634 |
| 2 | Brakes | 23.8% | 427 |
| 3 | Tyres | 15.7% | 281 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 11.6% | 208 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 10.9% | 196 |
| 6 | Other defects | 6.5% | 116 |
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 | 214 | 15.4% |
| 60-90k | 497 | 20.5% |
| 90-120k | 517 | 23.8% |
| 120-150k | 314 | 23.3% |
| 150k+ | 225 | 26.2% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 398 | 22.4% |
| 2022 | 370 | 21.1% |
| 2023 | 346 | 21.1% |
| 2024 | 344 | 22.1% |
| 2025 | 333 | 23.1% |
What to check before buying a Isuzu D-Max Utah D/C Int-Cooler Td A
- Lighting & signalling (13.1% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (10.1% 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 (10.1% 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 Utah D/C Int-Cooler Td A?
78.1% of the 1,791 Isuzu D-Max Utah D/C Int-Cooler Td A MOT tests in this dataset passed, a 21.9% fail rate, across model years 2012–2013.
What does the Isuzu D-Max Utah D/C Int-Cooler Td A most often fail its MOT on?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 13.1% of tests, then suspension (10.1%).
How much does mileage affect D-Max Utah D/C Int-Cooler Td A MOT results?
Fail rates run at 15.4% for cars in the 30-60k band and 26.2% for 150k+, a 10.8-point difference.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,791 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.