2014 Isuzu D-MAX Blade D/C Twin T TD Auto 2.5L Diesel · SN64 VKX

The Isuzu D-Max presents a notably clean roadworthiness record, with a stable and improving maintenance trend culminating in a pass on 7 July 2025 at 131,227 miles. The most recent test recorded zero defects whatsoever, which is a strong indicator of sound mechanical health at that point. A prior failure on 21 June 2025 at 130,643 miles shows no defects listed in the record, suggesting the issue was either a documentation or procedural matter rather than a mechanical fault, and it was clearly resolved swiftly ahead of the July pass. Mileage accumulation tells a consistent story. Between the March 2022 test at 102,993 miles and the March 2023 test at 110,863 miles, the vehicle covered roughly 7,870 miles in twelve months. From March 2023 to April 2024, it added 9,265 miles, and from April 2024 to June 2025, it gained 10,515 miles over a thirteen-month window. This trajectory aligns with the vehicle's age-appropriate average of just under 11,000 miles per year, with no alarming gaps or sudden spikes that would suggest long periods of disuse or unusually hard use. The record is clean and evenly spaced, which implies regular annual testing rather than reactive or deferred maintenance. Despite the unblemished defect history, a buyer should still carry out a thorough physical inspection focused on areas the MOT does not fully stress-test. The 2014 D-Max is now over a decade old, and structural corrosion around the chassis rails, bulkhead, and rear load bed mounting points is a known concern on this generation, particularly if the vehicle has seen commercial or off-road use. Suspension components including front lower arm bushes, rear leaf spring shackles, and shock absorber condition deserve close scrutiny given the mileage. The twin-turbo diesel drivetrain should be assessed for turbocharger wastegate operation, EGR valve carbon buildup, and any signs of oil weeping from the rocker cover or front crankshaft seal. Brake condition also warrants hands-on checks. Even with no advisories recorded, the rear brake discs and pads on these pickups are prone to premature wear under load, and binding rear calipers are a recurring issue across the model range. A test drive should confirm smooth gear changes from the automatic transmission under load, with no harsh shifts or torque converter slip. The clean MOT record is encouraging, but it does not substitute for a professional inspection of these known weak points before purchase.