2006 Isuzu Rodeo 3.0L Diesel · MV06 UEJ

The most recent MOT, conducted on 07 February 2026 at 192,087 miles, shows a pass, but the maintenance trend is clearly worsening. The tester flagged corrosion affecting the central vehicle structure on both sides from front to rear within 30cm of mountings. This is a notable escalation from the June 2025 test, where a repaired front chassis was undersealed and deemed not seriously weakened. The record indicates a recurring and expanding structural corrosion problem rather than a stable or resolving one. The mileage pattern is broadly consistent with typical use for a 2006 vehicle, averaging roughly 9,600 miles per year. The interval between the April 2024 test at 166,258 miles and the June 2025 test at 185,341 miles shows a jump of 19,083 miles in just over twelve months, suggesting heavier recent use. The subsequent drop to 192,087 miles by February 2026, an increase of 6,746 miles in eight months, confirms sustained higher annual mileage, which places greater stress on suspension, brakes, and structural components. A buyer should pay close attention to structural integrity, particularly around front and rear chassis rails, body mountings, and subframes. The record shows corrosion progressing from surface-level rust in 2024 to holed and weakened structure by mid-2025, with further central chassis corrosion flagged in 2026. Any underseal applied appears to have been cosmetic rather than preventative, especially given the tester’s note that corrosion was covered in grease or other material on brake lines. Suspension and steering components also warrant careful inspection. Anti-roll bar ball joints and track rod ends have been repeatedly flagged for excessive play or risk of detachment, indicating either poor-quality replacements or ongoing wear from the higher mileage use. The recurring ABS warning lamp faults and corroded brake pipes suggest the braking system has not been consistently maintained. Tyre condition has been borderline on multiple tests, with tread depths and uneven wear noted, pointing to possible alignment issues or neglected basic checks.