2014 Isuzu D-MAX 2.5L Diesel · SN64 VKJ

The Isuzu D-Max holds a clean MOT pass dated 14 January 2026 at 230,796 miles with zero defects recorded, indicating a stable and currently roadworthy condition. The maintenance trend over the past two years shows clear improvement. A failed test on 9 January 2026 flagged an excessively worn front prop shaft rear joint, but this was rectified within five days before the successful retest. Looking further back, the January 2025 failure was significantly more concerning, with a fractured offside front coil spring, multiple corroded brake pipes, worn suspension ball joints, and a leaking rear exhaust back box. The fact that all of these issues were resolved for the January 2025 pass suggests the previous owner carried out substantive mechanical work rather than simply patching failures. The mileage accumulation pattern is notable. Between the January 2025 test at 220,083 miles and the January 2026 test at 230,796 miles, the vehicle covered approximately 10,713 miles in twelve months. However, the jump from 195,388 miles in January 2024 to 220,083 miles in January 2025 represents roughly 24,695 miles in a single year, pointing to a period of intensive use. The five-mile gap between the failed and passed tests in January 2026 is consistent with a short retest drive. Overall, the vehicle has averaged around 19,233 miles per year over its twelve-year life, which is high and implies sustained heavy-duty or long-distance use that will have accelerated wear on drivetrain, suspension, and braking components. Prospective buyers should pay close attention to the front prop shaft, given the very recent advisory-level failure on the rear joint in January 2026. Inspect the universal joints and centre bearing for play or roughness, and check for any vibration under load. The January 2025 failure revealed a fractured offside front coil spring and worn lower suspension arm ball joints, so a thorough inspection of both front coil springs for cracks, along with all suspension ball joints and anti-roll bar bushes, is warranted. The anti-roll bar D-bushes were flagged as excessively worn in 2025 and only as advisories in 2024, suggesting a recurring wear pattern that may have returned. Brake pipe corrosion has been a persistent theme across multiple tests. In January 2025, corroded brake pipes appeared at the front calipers, nearside rear axle, and front-to-rear pipework. The January 2024 test also flagged corrosion on multiple brake pipes, including the offside front inner wing and front-to-rear pipe at the offside rear hose joint. Although the January 2026 pass shows no current defects, the history of widespread brake pipe corrosion across different locations over consecutive years raises concerns about the overall condition of the remaining pipework, particularly in areas where corrosion was previously covered in grease or other material rather than properly repaired. A buyer should have the entire brake line system inspected underneath the vehicle, paying attention to clips, unions, and any signs of fresh coating over corroded metal. The rear exhaust back box also had a minor gas leak in 2025, so check the rear section of the exhaust for blow marks or fresh welding.