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%. D Max deserves extra checking at 17.6%.
Data sources: DVSA MOT records, official recall records, and MOT fault wording snapshots (2026-04-27, 2026-04-29, rfr_codes_2025-05-12, failure items 2023). Search-indexed model pages must clear 20,000 MOT tests and 10,000 vehicles.
Isuzu combined failure rate: 20.2% — all-model average is 18.7%. Ranked #33 of 48 makes by failure rate (1 = lowest).
Which Isuzu models look strongest?
D Max (17.6%)
Which Isuzu models need extra caution?
D Max (17.6%)
Most reliable Isuzu models in MOT data
| # | Model | MOT failure rate | Tests | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Isuzu D Max | 17.6% | 37,557 tests | 30,135 vehicles |
Isuzu models with the highest MOT failure rates
| # | Model | MOT failure rate | Tests | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Isuzu D Max | 17.6% | 37,557 tests | 30,135 vehicles |
Common Isuzu MOT problem areas
| # | Problem area | MOT notes | Models affected | What to check | High-rate examples |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Corrosion and structure | 8,613 MOT notes | 1 models | Inspect sills, subframes, suspension mounts, brake pipes, and previous welding or rust repairs. | Isuzu D Max |
| 2 | Suspension and steering | 4,624 MOT notes | 1 models | Listen for knocks, check uneven tyre wear, and ask whether worn joints or bushes have been replaced. | Isuzu D Max |
| 3 | Lights and electrical | 4,511 MOT notes | 1 models | Test every exterior light, warning lamp, horn, washer, and basic electrical function before buying. | Isuzu D Max |
| 4 | Emissions, engine, and exhaust | 3,506 MOT notes | 1 models | Check cold starts, exhaust smoke, warning lights, service history, and recent emissions repairs. | Isuzu D Max |
| 5 | Windscreen, wipers, and mirrors | 3,070 MOT notes | 1 models | Check the windscreen, wipers, washers, mirrors, chips, cracks, and whether the driver's view is clear. | Isuzu D Max |
| 6 | Tyres and wheels | 566 MOT notes | 1 models | Look for matching tyres, legal tread, sidewall damage, wheel damage, and uneven wear. | Isuzu D Max |
All Isuzu model reports
| Model | MOT tests | Vehicles | Failure rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| D Max | 37,557 | 30,135 | 17.6% |
| Rodeo limited data | 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.