2012 Isuzu D-Max Yukon D/C Intcooler Td A — MOT failures & pass rate
534 MOT tests on the 2012 Isuzu D-Max Yukon D/C Intcooler Td A are in this dataset, and 75.3% of them passed. That is 3.1 percentage points worse than all cars of a similar age, which fail at 21.6%. Failures cluster in suspension, lighting & signalling and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — suspension (13.7%) and lighting & signalling (11.2%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are ball joint, wipers and exhaust system — ball joint alone was recorded 36 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 14.8% of 30-60k cars fail, rising to 31.8% once past 150k — 2.2× the risk.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 36.1% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 23.5% of tests failed in 2021 against 26.3% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 13.7% | 73 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 11.2% | 60 |
| 3 | Brakes | 9.9% | 53 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 7.1% | 38 |
| 5 | Visibility | 6.9% | 37 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 3.4% | 18 |
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 | 36 |
| 2 | Wipers | 32 |
| 3 | Exhaust system | 27 |
| 4 | Position lamp | 24 |
| 5 | Rear fog lamp | 19 |
| 6 | Shock absorbers | 18 |
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 | 36.1% | 193 |
| 2 | Brakes | 24.7% | 132 |
| 3 | Tyres | 20.4% | 109 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 15.0% | 80 |
| 5 | Other defects | 12.2% | 65 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 10.9% | 58 |
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 | 61 | 14.8% |
| 60-90k | 148 | 21.6% |
| 90-120k | 162 | 30.3% |
| 120-150k | 92 | 22.8% |
| 150k+ | 66 | 31.8% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 119 | 23.5% |
| 2022 | 105 | 16.2% |
| 2023 | 114 | 28.9% |
| 2024 | 101 | 28.7% |
| 2025 | 95 | 26.3% |
What to check before buying a 2012 D-Max Yukon D/C Intcooler Td A
On a 2012 D-Max Yukon D/C Intcooler Td A, suspension is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 13.7% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Suspension (13.7% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (11.2% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (9.9% 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 2012 Isuzu D-Max Yukon D/C Intcooler Td As pass their MOT?
75.3% of the 534 2012 Isuzu D-Max Yukon D/C Intcooler Td A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 24.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2012 Isuzu D-Max Yukon D/C Intcooler Td A?
Suspension, recorded in 13.7% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (11.2%).
Does the 2012 D-Max Yukon D/C Intcooler Td A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 14.8% in the 30-60k band to 31.8% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 534 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.