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Isuzu Common MOT Problems (2026)

Every Isuzu model ranked by MOT fail rate, with the most common issues identified for each. Based on 81,601 real MOT tests.

Average Isuzu MOT pass rate: 78%

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78%

Avg pass rate

22%

Avg fail rate

34

Models tested

Isuzu Models with the Most MOT Problems

Highest average fail rates across all tested years

#ModelFail RateCommon Issues
1Isuzu D-max E/c Twin Turbo Td27%DPF/emissions, Injector wear, Turbo issues
2Isuzu Rodeo26%DPF/emissions, Injector wear, Turbo issues
3Isuzu Trooper26%Suspension wear, Brake disc corrosion, Structural corrosion
4Isuzu D-max D/c Intercooler Td26%DPF/emissions, Injector wear, Turbo issues
5Isuzu D-max S/c Intercooler Td26%DPF/emissions, Injector wear, Turbo issues

Most Reliable Isuzu Models

Lowest average fail rates; the Isuzu models least likely to have MOT problems

#ModelPass Rate
1Isuzu D-max Blade +98%
2Isuzu D-max V-cross Auto95%
3Isuzu D-max V-cross93%
4Isuzu D-max Xtr Nav + Auto93%
5Isuzu D-max Dl4091%

All Isuzu Models by Fail Rate

Every Isuzu model and year combination, sorted by fail rate (highest first)

ModelYearPass RateFail Rate
Trooper199667%33%
Trooper200369%30%
Trooper200469%30%
Trooper199568%30%
Rodeo200772%28%
Tf201072%28%
Trooper200271%28%
Trooper200069%28%
Rodeo200672%27%
Rodeo200872%27%
Trooper200572%27%
D-max Yukon D/c Intcooler Td A201273%27%
D-max D/c Intercooler Td201273%27%
D-max E/c Twin Turbo Td201373%27%
Tf201173%26%
Rodeo200574%26%
Rodeo200474%26%
Trooper199972%26%
Tf201274%26%
D-max S/c Intercooler Td201373%26%
Trooper199274%26%
Rodeo201074%25%
Rodeo201174%25%
D-max Yukon D/c Intercooler Td201375%25%
Rodeo201275%25%
D-max D/c Intercooler Td201374%25%
D-max201275%25%
D-max Utah D/c Twin Turbo Td A201375%25%
Tf Rodeo Denver Td D/c201175%25%
Tf Rodeo Denvermax Td D/c201175%25%
Trooper199776%24%
D-max Eiger D/c Intercooler Td201275%24%
D-max Yukon Twin Turbo D/c Td201376%24%
Trooper199474%24%
Rodeo200371%24%
Rodeo200976%23%
Trooper199876%23%
Trooper200176%23%
D-max Utah Vision D/c Td201375%23%
D-max201478%22%
D-max201377%22%
D-max Yukon D/c Intercooler Td201277%22%
D-max Utah D/c Intercooler Td201277%22%
D-max Utah D/c Intercooler Td201377%22%
D-max E/c Intercooler Td201378%22%
Trooper200674%22%
D-max Eiger D/c Intercooler Td201379%21%
D-max Eiger D/c Intcooler Td A201379%21%
D-max Utah Visi D/c Tw Trb Tda201379%21%
D-max201580%20%

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Isuzu MOT FAQ

What are the most common MOT problems on Isuzu cars?

The most common MOT problems on Isuzu cars vary by model and age, but typically include lighting defects, suspension wear, brake component deterioration, and tyre condition issues. Older Isuzu diesels are more prone to exhaust and emissions failures. The D-max E/c Twin Turbo Td has the highest average fail rate at 27%.

Which Isuzu model is the most reliable?

The most reliable Isuzu model in our data is the D-max Blade + with an average MOT pass rate of 98%. View all Isuzu models for full reliability data.

What is the average MOT pass rate for Isuzu?

The average MOT pass rate for Isuzu is 78%, based on 81,601 MOT tests across 34 models. This means about 22% of Isuzu cars fail their MOT on the first attempt.

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