2010 Isuzu TF 2.5L Diesel · SK60 AXP

As a 2,499cc diesel pickup first registered in December 2010, this Isuzu TF will fall into a higher VED band for pre-April 2017 diesels and likely an older insurance group suited to commercial use. Fuel economy on the 2.5 TD will be reasonable for a work vehicle but the lack of current roadworthiness means immediate costs will be dominated by welding and suspension parts rather than everyday use. Estimated annual running cost, once repaired, is £1,200-£1,600 including fuel, tax, insurance, and typical maintenance for a 16-year-old diesel 4x4.

The MOT history demands a close inspection of the entire underside: the 2022 failure noted all-over corrosion, Nearside and Offside Rear chassis excessive corrosion within 30cm of body mountings, and Nearside Rear suspension mount area excessively corroded at the spring mount. Check the rear crossmember and inner sill panels for the corrosion flagged at seat belt anchorages, and confirm the cab steps are intact after the Nearside step was condemned as likely to cause injury. Verify front wheel bearings (failed as excessive play Offside, slight play Nearside in 2022) and test service and parking brake efficiency, both of which were below requirement at the last test.