2016 Isuzu D-MAX 2.5L Diesel · SG16 AAF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward structural and braking system degradation. Following the most recent test in September 2024 at 106,716 miles, the tester identified corrosion on the nearside and offside rear vehicle structures. While these issues did not result in an immediate failure at that time, the presence of rust near mounting points indicates the beginning of material decay that requires close monitoring to prevent it from compromising structural integrity. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old diesel, averaging approximately 10,700 miles per year. The record shows a steady progression from 41,841 miles in 2019 to over 106,000 by 2024. There is a notable period of high activity between April 2022 and August 2023, where the vehicle covered over 10,000 miles in sixteen months. This level of use often correlates with the accelerated wear observed on rubber components and metal brake lines. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis to assess the depth of the rear corrosion noted in 2024. The history reveals a recurring issue with the braking system, specifically evidenced by the failure in August 2023 involving fractured and excessively corroded brake pipes alongside a binding offside rear brake. The buyer should verify that the affected pipes were replaced with new material and that the calipers are currently operating freely without seizing. Additionally, the offside front CV boot, flagged as severely deteriorated in 2022, should be checked for tears or grease leakage to prevent premature damage to the drive shaft.