Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.120
VanFrom 1,170 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning and esc mil indicates a system malfunction. The top issue, engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction, caused 66 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.
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 66 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 51 |
| esc mil indicates a system malfunction | 43 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 36 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 33 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 31 |
| a shock absorber bush excessively worn | 29 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 28 |
| 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 | 27 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 23 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 18% of Grafter N35.120 failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 0% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £53.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 65.6% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2017 | 74.7% | engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction, a shock absorber bush excessively worn |
| 2016 | 71.6% | engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2015 | 70.8% | engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
1 earlier years
| 2014 | 73.1% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction |
Typical mileage
Half of all Grafter N35.120s tested had between 55,355 and 113,556 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 80,694 median miles, the Grafter N35.120 has 0.035 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
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Common questions
What is the Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.120 MOT pass rate?
The Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.120 has a 71.7% MOT pass rate based on 1,170 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.120?
The most common MOT failure on the Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.120 is engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction, which caused 66 failures. Other common issues include a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning.
What is the typical mileage of a Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.120 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.120 is 80,694 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 55,355 and 113,556 miles.
Buying a used Grafter N35.120?
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 71.7% pass rate and an average repair bill of £53 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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