Isuzu Nkr
VanFrom 425 MOT tests. Below average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle., steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated and a suspension joint dust cover severely deteriorated. The top issue, brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle., caused 27 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.
| brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle. | 27 |
| steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated | 22 |
| a suspension joint dust cover severely deteriorated | 20 |
| service brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 20 |
| steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 18 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 18 |
| exhaust system leaking or insecure | 16 |
| brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded | 15 |
| 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 | 14 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 13 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 38.8% of failures are serious: 30.1% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 8.7% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £103.
Typical mileage
Half of all Nkrs tested had between 82,900 and 170,530 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 118,000 median miles, the Nkr has 0.029 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 Nkr MOT pass rate?
The Isuzu Nkr has a 65.4% MOT pass rate based on 425 real MOT tests. This is below the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Isuzu Nkr?
The most common MOT failure on the Isuzu Nkr is brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle., which caused 27 failures. Other common issues include steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated.
What is the typical mileage of a Isuzu Nkr at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Isuzu Nkr is 118,000 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 82,900 and 170,530 miles.
Buying a used Nkr?
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.
With a 65.4% pass rate and an average repair bill of £103 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.