2015 Isuzu D-MAX Utah D/C Twin Turbo TD A 2.5L Diesel · DC65 AFY

The most recent MOT, conducted on 8 May 2026 at 74,744 miles, resulted in a pass, yet the maintenance trend is best described as borderline rather than reassuring. The vehicle passed with five advisories, including corrosion on all brake hose ferrules, corroded brake pipes obscured by grease or contamination, pitted front brake discs, and slight play in both front wheel bearings. These are not critical failures, but they signal deferred attention to braking and suspension fundamentals. The preceding test on 10 April 2026 at 74,169 miles failed on multiple active faults, including corroded brake pipes front and rear, worn front discs, inoperative indicators, a faulty hazard warning switch, and worn front anti-roll bar bushes. The fact that several of the same issues, particularly brake pipe corrosion and front disc wear, appear across both the April fail and the May pass suggests the remedial work was superficial rather than thorough. The vehicle is currently roadworthy on paper, but the pattern indicates a reactive rather than preventive maintenance approach. The mileage progression reveals a notable gap between the October 2023 pass at 28,813 miles and the October 2024 fail at 56,310 miles, representing approximately 27,537 miles covered in a single year. That is roughly four times the annualised average of 6,795 miles suggested by the vehicle's age. Such a sharp increase in a short period points to sustained high-load or long-distance use during that period, which would accelerate wear on drivetrain, braking, and suspension components. The subsequent readings of 56,352 miles in December 2024 and 74,169 miles by April 2026 show a further 17,817 miles over roughly sixteen months, confirming the vehicle has been worked hard. The MOT record is sparse relative to this usage intensity, with only two tests covering a span of over 45,000 miles between late 2023 and mid-2026, leaving a significant gap in documented oversight during the period of heaviest use. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the braking system and front suspension, as these are the areas with the most persistent advisories and failures. The repeated identification of corroded brake pipes, pitted front discs, and worn front wheel bearings across multiple tests warrants a thorough check of the entire hydraulic circuit for concealed corrosion, particularly where pipes are coated in grease or underseal, which may be masking advanced metal loss. Front wheel bearings flagged for slight play in 2023, 2024, and 2026 suggest either recurring wear or inadequate replacement parts. The worn anti-roll bar bushes noted in April 2026 should be examined for deterioration, along with the offside front suspension generally. The inoperative indicators and hazard switch from the April fail should be verified as fully repaired, not simply bypassed. Beyond the flagged items, the rapid mileage accumulation and the gap in MOT coverage between 2023 and 2024 raise questions about the condition of consumables and structural areas not always visible on a test report. Inspect the chassis and bulkhead for corrosion, particularly around mounting points and where contamination has been noted on brake lines. Check tyre condition and suspension joints for play consistent with high-mileage use. The exhaust system should be examined for leaks, given the emissions-related advisory in October 2024. This vehicle has not been neglected outright, but the record suggests it has been maintained just enough to pass, not enough to resolve underlying deterioration.