2013 Isuzu D-Max Utah D/C Intercooler Td — MOT failures & pass rate
1,826 MOT tests on the 2013 Isuzu D-Max Utah D/C Intercooler Td are in this dataset, and 76.9% of them passed. Against all cars of a similar age (20.0% fail rate), the 2013 D-Max Utah D/C Intercooler Td comes out 3.1pp worse. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (12.3%) and suspension (12.2%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are ball joint, shock absorbers and rigid brake pipes — ball joint alone was recorded 118 times.
A 150k+ example is materially riskier than a 30-60k one: 27.6% versus 15.2%.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 38.7% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 20.8% of tests failed in 2021 against 24.0% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 12.3% | 225 |
| 2 | Suspension | 12.2% | 223 |
| 3 | Brakes | 8.5% | 155 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 6.4% | 117 |
| 5 | Visibility | 4.7% | 86 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 3.0% | 54 |
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 | 118 |
| 2 | Shock absorbers | 110 |
| 3 | Rigid brake pipes | 103 |
| 4 | Position lamp | 92 |
| 5 | Exhaust system | 88 |
| 6 | Rear fog lamp | 84 |
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 | 38.7% | 706 |
| 2 | Brakes | 24.1% | 440 |
| 3 | Tyres | 17.5% | 319 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 14.0% | 255 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 11.8% | 216 |
| 6 | Other defects | 9.8% | 179 |
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 | 250 | 15.2% |
| 60-90k | 524 | 20.8% |
| 90-120k | 554 | 24.2% |
| 120-150k | 283 | 29.3% |
| 150k+ | 203 | 27.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 375 | 20.8% |
| 2022 | 396 | 23.5% |
| 2023 | 377 | 23.1% |
| 2024 | 349 | 24.1% |
| 2025 | 329 | 24.0% |
What to check before buying a 2013 D-Max Utah D/C Intercooler Td
On a 2013 D-Max Utah D/C Intercooler Td, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 12.3% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (12.3% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (12.2% 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 (8.5% 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 2013 Isuzu D-Max Utah D/C Intercooler Tds pass their MOT?
76.9% of the 1,826 2013 Isuzu D-Max Utah D/C Intercooler Td MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 23.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2013 Isuzu D-Max Utah D/C Intercooler Td?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 12.3% of tests, followed by suspension (12.2%).
Does the 2013 D-Max Utah D/C Intercooler Td get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 15.2% in the 30-60k band to 27.6% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,826 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.