2006 Isuzu Rodeo — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2006 Isuzu Rodeo passed 70.4% of its 4,150 recorded MOT tests. Pick-up trucks of a similar age fail at 29.0%, so the 2006 Rodeo sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and body, structure & corrosion.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (18.7%) and suspension (16.5%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are chassis condition, ball joint and rear fog lamp — chassis condition alone was recorded 413 times.
A 150k+ example is materially riskier than a 30-60k one: 31.6% versus 17.2%.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 45.7% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 18.7% | 776 |
| 2 | Suspension | 16.5% | 683 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 12.2% | 508 |
| 4 | Brakes | 11.7% | 487 |
| 5 | Visibility | 7.5% | 312 |
| 6 | Steering | 6.7% | 276 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chassis condition | 413 |
| 2 | Ball joint | 372 |
| 3 | Rear fog lamp | 368 |
| 4 | Track rod end | 321 |
| 5 | Position lamp | 236 |
| 6 | Stop lamp | 233 |
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 | 45.7% | 1,898 |
| 2 | Brakes | 33.7% | 1,400 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 24.4% | 1,013 |
| 4 | Tyres | 21.1% | 875 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 16.4% | 682 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 16.2% | 673 |
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 | 134 | 17.2% |
| 60-90k | 545 | 26.4% |
| 90-120k | 855 | 29.9% |
| 120-150k | 1,198 | 29.9% |
| 150k+ | 1,404 | 31.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,062 | 29.6% |
| 2022 | 953 | 28.7% |
| 2023 | 831 | 30.1% |
| 2024 | 731 | 30.9% |
| 2025 | 573 | 28.4% |
What to check before buying a 2006 Rodeo
On a 2006 Rodeo, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 18.7% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (18.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (16.5% 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.
- Body, structure & corrosion (12.2% of tests): The one to take seriously on older cars — corrosion to structural areas can be costly and is an MOT failure. Typical repair: £200–£1,500+.
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 2006 Isuzu Rodeos pass their MOT?
70.4% of the 4,150 2006 Isuzu Rodeo MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 29.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2006 Isuzu Rodeo?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 18.7% of tests, followed by suspension (16.5%).
Does the 2006 Rodeo get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 17.2% in the 30-60k band to 31.6% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 4,150 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.