2016 Isuzu D-MAX 2.5L Diesel · FX16 AZP

The roadworthiness of this Isuzu D-Max is currently questionable following a failure in its latest inspection. While the vehicle passed its test in April 2025 at 84,010 miles, the most recent test in April 2026 at 96,455 miles resulted in a failure. This pattern suggests a reactive approach to maintenance where faults are only addressed when prompted by the annual MOT testing process. The maintenance trend appears unstable, as the vehicle has consistently failed to pass on the first attempt in two consecutive years. The mileage profile remains consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,600 miles per year. There is a significant gap in records between January 2024 at 60,615 miles and March 2025 at 83,993 miles, where the vehicle covered over 23,000 miles in just fourteen months. The more recent interval of 12,445 miles between April 2025 and April 2026 indicates a return to regular usage, which typically puts expected wear on heavy-duty components such as suspension bushes, shocks, and drivetrain linkages. A prospective buyer must investigate the specific defects that caused the April 2026 failure, as the vehicle is currently not legally roadworthy. Given the age and mileage of this D-Max, a physical inspection should focus on structural integrity and the chassis for corrosion, which is common in vehicles of this era. The buyer should also check for binding brake calipers and excessive play in the control arm bushings, as the history of repeated failures suggests that mechanical issues may be overlooked until they become critical.