Isuzu Rodeo
Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 10 model years from 9,468 MOT tests in 2024.
Avg Pass Rate
73%
Total Tests
9,468
Highest Pass Rate
2009 (76%)
Years Covered
10
About the Isuzu Rodeo
The Isuzu Rodeo was MOT tested 9,468 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 10 model years (2003 to 2012), with an average pass rate of 73%. That's 9 points below the average of 82% across all models in our data, so check the year-by-year data carefully before buying. Our records list diesel and electric versions.
Best and Worst Years
Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2009 model has the highest pass rate at 76% from 953 tests. The 2003 model has the lowest at 71%. With just a 5 point gap, pass rates are similar across these years. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger.
Reliability Trend
The Isuzu Rodeo has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 2 percentage points.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (2003) averages 129,259 miles, while the newest (2012) averages 112,943 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.
Compared to the Isuzu brand average of 78%, the Rodeo is 5 points lower, placing it among the less reliable Isuzu models.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, average pump prices of 174.57p petrol and 199.33p diesel (GOV.UK weekly road fuel prices, week of 19 October 2026), and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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Isuzu Rodeo by Year
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Questions about the Isuzu Rodeo
Is the Isuzu Rodeo reliable?
Across its 10 model years in our data (2003 to 2012), the Isuzu Rodeo averages a 73% MOT pass rate, from 9,468 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 9 points below the average of 82% across all models in the same data. The 2009 model has the highest pass rate of the years with at least 100 tests, at 76%.
Which year Isuzu Rodeo has the best MOT pass rate?
Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2009 Isuzu Rodeo has the highest MOT pass rate at 76%, while the 2003 model has the lowest at 71%, a 5 point gap. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare years of a similar age.
Are newer Isuzu Rodeos more reliable?
The Isuzu Rodeo has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 2 percentage points.
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