2022 Isuzu D-Max Dl40 Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 704 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Isuzu D-Max Dl40 Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were brakes, lighting & signalling and tyres. Its pass rate of 90.1% was below the average for cars of a similar age (91.6%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 4.5% | 32 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 4.1% | 29 |
| 3 | Tyres | 3.4% | 24 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 1.6% | 11 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.4% | 10 |
| 6 | Visibility | 0.7% | 5 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 24 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 13 |
| 3 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 11 |
| 4 | Pedal | 11 |
| 5 | Shock absorbers | 8 |
| 6 | Tread depth | 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 | 22.6% | 159 |
| 2 | Brakes | 9.8% | 69 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.0% | 42 |
| 4 | Suspension | 3.1% | 22 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 2.6% | 18 |
| 6 | Visibility | 2.3% | 16 |
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 | 203 | 6.4% |
| 30-60k | 318 | 11.3% |
| 60-90k | 148 | 12.2% |
| 90-120k | 33 | 9.1% |
What to check before buying a 2022 D-Max Dl40 Auto
Before buying a 2022 Isuzu D-Max Dl40 Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Brakes accounted for 4.5% of tests for this year.
- Brakes (4.5% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Lighting & signalling (4.1% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Tyres (3.4% 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 Dl40 Autos pass their MOT?
90.1% of the 704 2022 Isuzu D-Max Dl40 Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Isuzu D-Max Dl40 Auto?
Brakes, recorded in 4.5% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (4.1%).
Does the 2022 D-Max Dl40 Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.4% in the 0-30k band to 9.1% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 704 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.