2022 Isuzu D-Max Dl20 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 492 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Isuzu D-Max Dl20, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and tyres. Its pass rate of 88.8% was below the average for cars of a similar age (91.7%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 5.3% | 26 |
| 2 | Suspension | 4.1% | 20 |
| 3 | Tyres | 3.3% | 16 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.3% | 16 |
| 5 | Brakes | 2.6% | 13 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 1.8% | 9 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shock absorbers | 30 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 23 |
| 3 | Wipers | 21 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 8 |
| 5 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 8 |
| 6 | Stop lamp | 7 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 18.9% | 93 |
| 2 | Brakes | 8.7% | 43 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.9% | 29 |
| 4 | Visibility | 4.9% | 24 |
| 5 | Suspension | 4.3% | 21 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 2.6% | 13 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 189 | 9.5% |
| 30-60k | 189 | 11.1% |
| 60-90k | 83 | 13.3% |
What to check before buying a 2022 D-Max Dl20
Before buying a 2022 Isuzu D-Max Dl20, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 5.3% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (5.3% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (4.1% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Tyres (3.3% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2022 Isuzu D-Max Dl20s pass their MOT?
88.8% of the 492 2022 Isuzu D-Max Dl20 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 11.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Isuzu D-Max Dl20?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 5.3% of tests, followed by suspension (4.1%).
Does the 2022 D-Max Dl20 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 9.5% in the 0-30k band to 13.3% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 492 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.