2009 Isuzu Rodeo 2.5L Diesel · WG09 HSX

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a persistent pattern of rubber-related degradation and minor suspension wear. The most recent test in April 2025 at 1,914 miles passed despite advisories for perished front tyres, damaged trailer wiring, and front anti-roll bar ball joints. These issues have appeared consistently across the last three tests, indicating that while the vehicle is legally roadworthy, components are failing due to age and lack of use rather than mechanical stress. The mileage data is highly irregular for a 17-year-old vehicle. A massive drop in recorded mileage occurred between January 2022 at 37,802 miles and March 2023, where the vehicle recorded just 1 mile. Since then, the vehicle has covered only 1,913 miles over two years, averaging fewer than 10 miles per month. This extremely low usage pattern explains the recurring failures regarding tyre sidewalls and the deterioration of rubber bushes, as these components dry out and perish when a vehicle sits for long periods. A physical inspection must focus on the structural integrity of the chassis, as the tester noted slight corrosion in 2022 and rear axle corrosion in February 2024. The buyer should verify if the axle corrosion has progressed into a structural weakness. Additionally, the front anti-roll bar joints and rear shock absorber bushes have been flagged as worn multiple times since 2023 and likely require replacement to ensure proper handling stability. Given the pitted and scored brake discs noted in 2023, the braking system should be checked for surface rust or seized calipers resulting from the low-frequency use.