2019 Isuzu D-MAX 1.9L Diesel · WA19 KUW

The Isuzu D-MAX presents a generally sound mechanical picture, though the most recent MOT on 25 June 2025 at 63,107 miles reveals the first advisory defects in three years. Both nearside and offside rear lower shock absorber bushes are flagged as slightly worn. This marks a shift from the clean bills of health recorded in June 2022 and June 2024, suggesting the maintenance trend is beginning to show age-related wear rather than any sudden deterioration. The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the appearance of suspension advisories after a long defect-free run is typical for a seven-year-old commercial pick-up approaching 65,000 miles. The mileage accumulation tells a consistent story. From 26,765 miles in June 2022 to 50,012 miles in June 2024, the vehicle covered roughly 23,247 miles in two years, or about 11,600 miles annually. That rate then slowed markedly, with only 13,095 miles added between June 2024 and June 2025. Whether this reflects a change in use pattern or longer periods of standing is unclear, but the overall average of 9,015 miles per year sits squarely within normal parameters for a working pick-up of this age. There are no suspicious gaps in the annual test record, and the mileage progression is logical and well-documented. The 2023 test at 37,164 miles flagged slight play in both front wheel bearings, a common wear point on vehicles that see rough terrain or heavy loads. That defect was rectified before the 2024 test, which is reassuring. However, the re-emergence of advisories in 2025 on rear suspension bushes suggests the vehicle may be entering a phase where rubber components and pivot points require closer attention. A prospective buyer should physically inspect the front wheel bearings for any residual roughness, check the rear shock absorber bushes and dampers for deterioration, and examine the chassis and load bed for corrosion, particularly around mounting points and suspension pickup areas. Given the D-MAX's commercial heritage, underbody condition and drivetrain wear deserve careful scrutiny even though the MOT record itself remains largely clean.