2014 Isuzu D-MAX 2.5L Diesel · SN64 VKZ

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status with a clear improving trend following a period of mechanical neglect. The most recent test on 1 July 2025 at 92,695 miles passed with no recorded defects, indicating that the significant faults identified in previous years have been addressed. This follows a clean pass in July 2024, suggesting that the current owner is proactive with maintenance after the major failures seen in 2023. At 92,695 miles over 12 years, the vehicle averages approximately 7,725 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a diesel pickup of this age. The mileage accumulation is consistent, with roughly 8,000 miles covered between August 2023 and July 2024, and another 5,000 miles between July 2024 and July 2025. This regular use helps prevent the issues associated with long periods of standing or seized seals and braking components. A buyer must focus their physical inspection on the front suspension and braking system due to recurring past failures. The August 2023 failure at 79,659 miles highlighted excessive corrosion on four front brake pipes and fractured coil springs. While these appear to have been rectified, an inspector should check for remaining surface rust along the pipework and ensure the springs are seated correctly. Additionally, the repeated failure of the ball joint dust covers in both 2023 and 2024 warrants a close look for any play or grease leakage in the front upper arm joints. The 2023 record also noted an emissions failure due to no oil on the dipstick, which is a severe indicator of poor engine maintenance. While the vehicle has passed subsequent tests, a prospective buyer should check for any signs of oil wear or blue smoke resulting from that previous neglect. Beyond these specific mechanical areas, the recent clean MOT records suggest the vehicle is currently in a sound operational state relative to its history.