2003 Isuzu 4X4 2.5D 2.5L Diesel · CP03 EBC

Your 2003 Isuzu 4x4 has a clear and significant history of corrosion issues that must be your primary concern. The most recent MOT in October 2023 passed, but it only notes "underbody corrosion." Given the history, this is likely a re-test pass after corrosion faults were repaired or monitored. The overwhelming pattern across the last three MOTs is corrosion to the vehicle's structure, chassis, sills, and brake pipes. This is a recurring problem, not a one-off. The 2022 test specifically listed corroded outer and inner sills, a corroded vehicle structure, and brake pipes covered in grease or corrosion, alongside a corroded brake hose ferrule. In 2020, the car failed due to heavily corroded brake pipes and general underside corrosion. While the 2023 pass suggests some work was done, the underlying issue is persistent. The trend does not look to be improving; the corrosion is a chronic condition for this vehicle, and the fact it keeps reappearing on tests means it requires constant vigilance and will likely need further expenditure. The recorded mileage of 82,400 is very low for a 23-year-old vehicle, averaging around 3,583 miles per year. This could mean two things: it may have had light use, or it may have spent long periods standing still.