2012 Isuzu D-Max Utah D/C Int-Cooler Td A — MOT failures & pass rate
822 MOT tests on the 2012 Isuzu D-Max Utah D/C Int-Cooler Td A are in this dataset, and 77.3% of them passed. Against all cars of a similar age (21.6% fail rate), the 2012 D-Max Utah D/C Int-Cooler Td A comes out 1.2pp worse. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (14.0%) and suspension (11.4%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are rear fog lamp, position lamp and shock absorbers — rear fog lamp alone was recorded 51 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 16.1% in the 30-60k band and 26.9% in the 150k+ band, a 10.8-point spread.
Suspension is the most common advisory, noted on 35.6% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 14.0% | 115 |
| 2 | Suspension | 11.4% | 94 |
| 3 | Brakes | 11.2% | 92 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 6.8% | 56 |
| 5 | Visibility | 3.9% | 32 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 3.4% | 28 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rear fog lamp | 51 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 51 |
| 3 | Shock absorbers | 40 |
| 4 | Rigid brake pipes | 39 |
| 5 | Exhaust system | 39 |
| 6 | Pins and bushes | 33 |
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 | 35.6% | 293 |
| 2 | Brakes | 24.1% | 198 |
| 3 | Tyres | 15.4% | 127 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 11.9% | 98 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 10.8% | 89 |
| 6 | Other defects | 6.7% | 55 |
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 | 62 | 16.1% |
| 60-90k | 204 | 21.6% |
| 90-120k | 264 | 23.5% |
| 120-150k | 155 | 22.6% |
| 150k+ | 130 | 26.9% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 186 | 24.2% |
| 2022 | 176 | 22.2% |
| 2023 | 157 | 21.7% |
| 2024 | 151 | 22.5% |
| 2025 | 152 | 23.0% |
What to check before buying a 2012 D-Max Utah D/C Int-Cooler Td A
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 14.0% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (14.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (11.4% 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 (11.2% 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
How many 2012 Isuzu D-Max Utah D/C Int-Cooler Td As pass their MOT?
77.3% of the 822 2012 Isuzu D-Max Utah D/C Int-Cooler Td A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 22.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2012 Isuzu D-Max Utah D/C Int-Cooler Td A?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 14.0% of tests, followed by suspension (11.4%).
Does the 2012 D-Max Utah D/C Int-Cooler Td A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 16.1% in the 30-60k band to 26.9% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 822 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.