2019 Isuzu D-Max Workman + — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2019 Isuzu D-Max Workman + passed 84.0% of its 256 recorded MOT tests. Against all cars of a similar age (10.3% fail rate), the 2019 D-Max Workman + comes out 5.7pp worse. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and tyres.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (6.6%) and suspension (5.5%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are tread depth, shock absorbers and rigid brake pipes — tread depth alone was recorded 13 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 8.0% in the 0-30k band and 21.4% in the 60-90k band, a 13.4-point spread — more than double.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 22.7% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 15.3% of tests failed in 2022 against 21.9% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 6.6% | 17 |
| 2 | Suspension | 5.5% | 14 |
| 3 | Tyres | 5.5% | 14 |
| 4 | Brakes | 4.7% | 12 |
| 5 | Visibility | 3.9% | 10 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 1.9% | 5 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tread depth | 13 |
| 2 | Shock absorbers | 9 |
| 3 | Rigid brake pipes | 7 |
| 4 | Wipers | 6 |
| 5 | Trailer electrical socket | 6 |
| 6 | Stop lamp | 5 |
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 | 22.7% | 58 |
| 2 | Brakes | 17.2% | 44 |
| 3 | Tyres | 16.4% | 42 |
| 4 | Other defects | 4.3% | 11 |
| 5 | Visibility | 3.9% | 10 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 1.9% | 5 |
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 | 75 | 8.0% |
| 30-60k | 99 | 17.2% |
| 60-90k | 56 | 21.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 59 | 15.3% |
| 2023 | 63 | 14.3% |
| 2024 | 61 | 11.5% |
| 2025 | 73 | 21.9% |
What to check before buying a 2019 D-Max Workman +
On a 2019 D-Max Workman +, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 6.6% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (6.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (5.5% 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.
- Tyres (5.5% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
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 2019 Isuzu D-Max Workman +s pass their MOT?
84.0% of the 256 2019 Isuzu D-Max Workman + MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 16.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Isuzu D-Max Workman +?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 6.6% of tests, followed by suspension (5.5%).
Does the 2019 D-Max Workman + get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.0% in the 0-30k band to 21.4% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 256 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.