2022 Isuzu D-Max Utility — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,025 MOT tests, the 2022 Isuzu D-Max Utility recorded an 85.7% pass rate. All cars of a similar age fail 8.2% of the time, so this is 6.2pp worse than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: lighting & signalling, recorded in 6.8% of tests against 3.8% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp aim, shock absorbers and wipers — headlamp aim alone was recorded 53 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 10.8% in the 0-30k band and 19.4% in the 90-120k band, a 8.6-point spread.
Tyres is the most common advisory, noted on 16.7% 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 | 6.8% | 70 |
| 2 | Brakes | 3.8% | 39 |
| 3 | Suspension | 3.6% | 37 |
| 4 | Tyres | 3.3% | 34 |
| 5 | Visibility | 3.3% | 34 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 1.8% | 18 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 53 |
| 2 | Shock absorbers | 48 |
| 3 | Wipers | 39 |
| 4 | Brake pads | 18 |
| 5 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 17 |
| 6 | Tread depth | 14 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 16.7% | 171 |
| 2 | Brakes | 12.2% | 125 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.7% | 58 |
| 4 | Suspension | 3.5% | 36 |
| 5 | Visibility | 3.5% | 36 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 2.6% | 27 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 398 | 10.8% |
| 30-60k | 461 | 15.8% |
| 60-90k | 133 | 18.8% |
| 90-120k | 31 | 19.4% |
What to check before buying a 2022 D-Max Utility
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 6.8% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (6.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (3.8% 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.
- Suspension (3.6% 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.
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 2022 Isuzu D-Max Utilitys pass their MOT?
85.7% of the 1,025 2022 Isuzu D-Max Utility MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 14.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Isuzu D-Max Utility?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 6.8% of tests, followed by brakes (3.8%).
Does the 2022 D-Max Utility get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 10.8% in the 0-30k band to 19.4% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,025 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.