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Isuzu reliability and common MOT problems by model

Isuzu shows a 20.2% combined MOT failure rate across 51,542 tests in MOTIntel data. D Max has one of the lower high-confidence rates at 17.6%. Rodeo deserves extra checking at 28.4%.

Statistics are built from DVSA MOT tests carried out in calendar year 2023, plus official recall records and MOT fault wording data. Report index generated 2026-05-09.

Isuzu combined failure rate: 20.2% — all-model average is 18.7%. Ranked #33 of 48 makes by failure rate (1 = lowest). Raw rates reflect each make's fleet age mix — newer fleets naturally fail less.

Which Isuzu models look strongest?

D Max (17.6%), Rodeo (28.4%)

Which Isuzu models need extra caution?

Rodeo (28.4%), D Max (17.6%)

Most reliable Isuzu models in MOT data

#ModelMOT failure rateTestsVehicles
1 Isuzu D Max 17.6% 37,557 tests 30,135 vehicles
2 Isuzu Rodeo 28.4% 7,289 tests 5,214 vehicles

Isuzu models with the highest MOT failure rates

#ModelMOT failure rateTestsVehicles
1 Isuzu Rodeo 28.4% 7,289 tests 5,214 vehicles
2 Isuzu D Max 17.6% 37,557 tests 30,135 vehicles

Common Isuzu MOT problem areas

#Problem areaMOT notesModels affectedWhat to checkHigh-rate examples
1 Corrosion and structure 14,943 MOT notes 2 models Inspect sills, subframes, suspension mounts, brake pipes, and previous welding or rust repairs. Isuzu Rodeo, Isuzu D Max
2 Suspension and steering 8,276 MOT notes 2 models Listen for knocks, check uneven tyre wear, and ask whether worn joints or bushes have been replaced. Isuzu Rodeo, Isuzu D Max
3 Lights and electrical 6,807 MOT notes 2 models Test every exterior light, warning lamp, horn, washer, and basic electrical function before buying. Isuzu Rodeo, Isuzu D Max
4 Emissions, engine, and exhaust 4,849 MOT notes 2 models Check cold starts, exhaust smoke, warning lights, service history, and recent emissions repairs. Isuzu Rodeo, Isuzu D Max
5 Windscreen, wipers, and mirrors 4,035 MOT notes 2 models Check the windscreen, wipers, washers, mirrors, chips, cracks, and whether the driver's view is clear. Isuzu Rodeo, Isuzu D Max
6 Tyres and wheels 707 MOT notes 2 models Look for matching tyres, legal tread, sidewall damage, wheel damage, and uneven wear. Isuzu Rodeo, Isuzu D Max

All Isuzu model reports

Model MOT tests Vehicles Failure rate
D Max 37,557 30,135 17.6%
Rodeo 7,289 5,214 28.4%
Trooper limited data 3,411 2,572 25.4%
Tf limited data 2,188 1,552 27.8%
D Max Yukon D C Intercooler Td limited data 1,097 833 23.3%

Models with limited data (fewer than 20,000 tests or 10,000 vehicles) have full reports but are not indexed in search engines until the evidence threshold is met.