Isuzu D-Max Utah D/C Intercooler Td MOT pass rate & common failures
Across 2 model years and 3,645 tests, the Isuzu D-Max Utah D/C Intercooler Td passes its MOT 76.1% of the time. All cars of a similar age fail 20.8% of the time, so this is 3.1pp 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 (13.1%) and suspension (11.8%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are ball joint, position lamp and shock absorbers — ball joint alone was recorded 204 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 18.1% of 30-60k cars fail, rising to 27.9% once past 150k.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 39.0% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 22.3% of tests failed in 2021 against 25.1% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
By model year
Every D-Max Utah 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 | 1,819 | 75.2% | 24.8% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2013 | 1,826 | 76.9% | 23.1% | Lighting & signalling |
Most common failures (all years)
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 13.1% | 478 |
| 2 | Suspension | 11.8% | 432 |
| 3 | Brakes | 9.0% | 329 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 6.9% | 251 |
| 5 | Visibility | 4.5% | 163 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 3.1% | 113 |
| 7 | Tyres | 2.8% | 101 |
| 8 | Steering | 1.3% | 46 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ball joint | 204 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 187 |
| 3 | Shock absorbers | 185 |
| 4 | Rear fog lamp | 180 |
| 5 | Rigid brake pipes | 178 |
| 6 | Exhaust system | 165 |
| 7 | Pins and bushes | 129 |
| 8 | Wipers | 118 |
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 | 39.0% | 1,420 |
| 2 | Brakes | 26.8% | 977 |
| 3 | Tyres | 18.9% | 689 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 16.3% | 593 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 12.3% | 447 |
| 6 | Other defects | 9.4% | 342 |
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 | 387 | 18.1% |
| 60-90k | 996 | 22.8% |
| 90-120k | 1,104 | 23.8% |
| 120-150k | 617 | 26.7% |
| 150k+ | 520 | 27.9% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 761 | 22.3% |
| 2022 | 786 | 24.1% |
| 2023 | 742 | 23.6% |
| 2024 | 691 | 24.8% |
| 2025 | 665 | 25.1% |
What to check before buying a Isuzu D-Max Utah D/C Intercooler Td
- 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 (11.8% 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 (9.0% 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 Intercooler Td?
76.1% of the 3,645 Isuzu D-Max Utah D/C Intercooler Td MOT tests in this dataset passed, a 23.9% fail rate, across model years 2012–2013.
What does the Isuzu D-Max Utah D/C Intercooler Td most often fail its MOT on?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 13.1% of tests, then suspension (11.8%).
How much does mileage affect D-Max Utah D/C Intercooler Td MOT results?
Fail rates run at 18.1% for cars in the 30-60k band and 27.9% for 150k+, a 9.8-point difference.
Methodology & source. Based on 3,645 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.