2013 Isuzu D-Max Utah Vision D/C Td — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2013 Isuzu D-Max Utah Vision D/C Td passed 75.7% of its 1,019 recorded MOT tests. That is 4.3 percentage points worse than all cars of a similar age, which fail at 20.0%. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 15.7% of all tests — 3.5 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are position lamp, shock absorbers and ball joint — position lamp alone was recorded 79 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 12.8% in the 30-60k band and 25.6% in the 150k+ band, a 12.8-point spread — more than double.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 38.8% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 22.1% of tests failed in 2021 against 25.8% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 15.7% | 160 |
| 2 | Suspension | 12.2% | 124 |
| 3 | Brakes | 8.7% | 89 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 6.4% | 65 |
| 5 | Visibility | 4.8% | 49 |
| 6 | Tyres | 3.5% | 36 |
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 | 79 |
| 2 | Shock absorbers | 68 |
| 3 | Ball joint | 61 |
| 4 | Rear fog lamp | 59 |
| 5 | Exhaust system | 51 |
| 6 | Wipers | 38 |
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 | 38.8% | 395 |
| 2 | Brakes | 28.1% | 286 |
| 3 | Tyres | 18.4% | 188 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 13.4% | 136 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 10.4% | 106 |
| 6 | Other defects | 9.4% | 96 |
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 | 94 | 12.8% |
| 60-90k | 260 | 25.0% |
| 90-120k | 335 | 26.3% |
| 120-150k | 184 | 26.1% |
| 150k+ | 137 | 25.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 213 | 22.1% |
| 2022 | 207 | 23.7% |
| 2023 | 213 | 26.8% |
| 2024 | 200 | 23.5% |
| 2025 | 186 | 25.8% |
What to check before buying a 2013 D-Max Utah Vision D/C Td
On a 2013 D-Max Utah Vision D/C Td, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 15.7% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (15.7% 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 (8.7% 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 Vision D/C Tds pass their MOT?
75.7% of the 1,019 2013 Isuzu D-Max Utah Vision D/C Td MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 24.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2013 Isuzu D-Max Utah Vision D/C Td?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 15.7% of tests, followed by suspension (12.2%).
Does the 2013 D-Max Utah Vision D/C Td get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 12.8% in the 30-60k band to 25.6% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,019 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.