2022 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.125 1.9L Diesel · P28 VAC

A pattern of rear-tyre wear sits at the centre of this Isuzu Grafter's MOT history, and it is the defining mechanical concern for any prospective buyer. The vehicle's most recent test on 11 September 2025 was recorded as a pass with no defects, which superficially suggests a clean result, but the immediately preceding test on 5 September 2025 produced a Dangerous failure for a nearside rear tyre measured below the 1.6 mm minimum tread requirement, alongside an advisory noting that the offside rear tyre was worn close to the legal limit at 2.1 mm. Having both rear tyres flag in the same test window, with one falling into the Dangerous category, indicates uneven or accelerated wear rather than an isolated bald spot. While the pass certificate shows no current defects, the underlying wear pattern that produced the failure six days earlier has not been resolved on the record itself, and a buyer should treat the rear axle tyres as an immediate replacement item regardless of the clean outcome. The recorded mileage of 63,288 miles across a four-year-old commercial vehicle translates to an annual accumulation of roughly 15,800 miles, which is high for the vehicle's age and typical of an Isuzu Grafter working consistently in light commercial duty. This level of usage places greater demand on consumable and service items than a lower-mileage equivalent of the same age, with brake friction material, discs, clutch components, suspension bushes, and drivetrain mounts all subject to accelerated wear. There are no multi-year testing gaps evident, with a test recorded as recently as September 2025, indicating continuous operation rather than extended standing time, which is consistent with a hard-working van that has been in regular service rather than one left idle between contracts. Given the rear-tyre wear pattern flagged at the most recent failure, a prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on the rear axle geometry and suspension. It is worth requesting a measurement of camber and tracking on the rear axle, as uneven or edge-worn rear tyres on a twin rear-wheel chassis often point to incorrect alignment, sagging or broken leaf springs, worn shock absorbers, or fatigued trailing arm bushes. On a test drive, listen for clonking or knocking noises from the rear suspension over speed humps and uneven road surfaces, and feel for any rear-end instability or wallowing under load, which would suggest the dampers have lost effectiveness. Pay particular attention to whether the vehicle sits level when unladen, as a rearward sag could indicate weakened springs, and check for any pulling to one side under braking, which on a commercial vehicle of this type can also indicate binding rear calipers contributing to uneven tyre wear. The braking system and tyres themselves deserve direct scrutiny before purchase. Inspect all four corners for uneven pad wear, particularly any sign of a caliper that has been seizing partially and causing one side of an axle to do disproportionate work, which ties back into the rear tyre condition recorded. Check the inner and outer shoulders of both rear tyres for feathering or stepped wear, as this typically traces back to worn suspension bushes rather than simple age. Verify that the spare tyre is present and legal, and inspect the sidewalls of the existing rear tyres for any cracking or bulging consistent with heavy load cycles. Finally, confirm that a recent wheel alignment printout is available or budget for one immediately, since resolving the geometry is the most effective way to prevent a repeat of the September 2025 Dangerous tyre failure once the vehicle is back in service.