2017 Isuzu D-MAX 1.9L Diesel · SC17 VUL

The 2026-2025 test records indicate that the vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend is clearly deteriorating, with the most recent failure occurring in August 2025 at 79,435 miles. This failure includes a major exhaust leak and multiple critical suspension issues, including excessively worn shock absorber bushings and reversing lamp inoperability, which suggest a significant drop in mechanical condition. The failure date is approximately 18 months prior to the current date, placing the vehicle well outside the typical 12-month MOT window, which is a major red flag for continued reliability. Regarding the mileage pattern, the vehicle has accumulated over 8,000 miles per year since its 2017 registration, placing it at roughly 8,826 miles annually. While this rate is consistent with an 8-year-old car, there are notable gaps in the data that suggest the vehicle was not maintained at the same frequency for several years. The absence of MOTs between August 2023 and August 2025 creates a significant gap where no service was performed, leaving the chassis and drivetrain exposed to potential corrosion and wear without inspection. Given the recurring faults in the suspension, exhaust leak, and reversing lamp, a buyer should inspect the vehicle in person to identify structural rust, corrosion, and binding calipers. The excessive bushings and worn shock absorbers indicate that the suspension system is failing prematurely, and the exhaust leak is a serious hazard that could lead to catastrophic failure. The lack of any MOTs between 2023 and 2025 confirms that basic upkeep was skipped for over two years, leaving the vehicle vulnerable to further damage from environmental factors and mechanical wear.