Isuzu D-Max Dl40
From 560 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements and a tyre seriously damaged. The top issue, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, caused 10 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 10 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 7 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 5 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 4 |
| an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 3 |
| a body panel or body component damaged or corroded and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted, or insecure | 3 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 3 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 2 |
| brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn | 2 |
| a 13 pin trailer socket not functioning at all | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 46.3% of D-Max Dl40 failures are safety items (worn brakes, tyre damage, steering play). The car still drives, but you shouldn't. Only 9.8% are the kind that would actually strand you. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £101.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 88.7% | a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all D-Max Dl40s tested had between 19,185 and 42,040 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 28,048 median miles, the D-Max Dl40 has 0.04 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Isuzu models
| Isuzu D-Max | 77.6% |
| Isuzu Rodeo | 67.2% |
| Isuzu Trooper | 69.2% |
| Isuzu Tf | 66.8% |
| Isuzu D-Max Yukon D/C Intercooler Td | 72.7% |
Common questions
What is the Isuzu D-Max Dl40 MOT pass rate?
The Isuzu D-Max Dl40 has a 88.8% MOT pass rate based on 560 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Isuzu D-Max Dl40?
The most common MOT failure on the Isuzu D-Max Dl40 is a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, which caused 10 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Isuzu D-Max Dl40 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Isuzu D-Max Dl40 is 28,048 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 19,185 and 42,040 miles.
Buying a used D-Max Dl40?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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