Isuzu Unclassified
From 361 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber bush excessively worn, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame and spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired. The top issue, a shock absorber bush excessively worn, caused 19 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a shock absorber bush excessively worn | 19 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 11 |
| the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired | 8 |
| 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 | 8 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 6 |
| brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded | 6 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 5 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 5 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 5 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot severely deteriorated | 4 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 39% of failures are serious: 28.6% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 10.4% 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 £104.
Typical mileage
Half of all Unclassifieds tested had between 68,585 and 138,611 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 100,299 median miles, the Unclassified has 0.013 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 Unclassified MOT pass rate?
The Isuzu Unclassified has a 87% MOT pass rate based on 361 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Isuzu Unclassified?
The most common MOT failure on the Isuzu Unclassified is a shock absorber bush excessively worn, which caused 19 failures. Other common issues include a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn.
What is the typical mileage of a Isuzu Unclassified at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Isuzu Unclassified is 100,299 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 68,585 and 138,611 miles.
Buying a used Unclassified?
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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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.