Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2018 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.120?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2018 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.120?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2018 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.120?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2018 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.120 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

21% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2018 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.120 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 113 vehicles, the 2018 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.120 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 80.6%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2018 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.120?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.120 (2018)

113 real MOT outcomes analysed • 80.6% first-time pass rate

2018 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.120

CarHunch analysed 113 real MOT records for the 2018 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.120. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2018 Isuzu Grafter N35.120 has a first-time pass rate of 77%, slightly below the UK average of 80%, which suggests slightly more teething issues than most vehicles its age. A concerning 21.2% of these trucks have recorded dangerous defects at some point, putting it above the threshold where buyers should factor in extra safety vigilance.

These Grafters are running at a median of 47,130 miles for their age, indicating they've been relatively lightly used, yet they're still averaging 1.38 failures and 4.7 advisories per MOT—suggesting component wear rather than exceptional durability. If you're considering one, budget for routine maintenance and have the full service history checked carefully, particularly around suspension and brake systems where dangerous defects tend to cluster.

We have limited data for the 2018 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.120 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

80.6%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

21.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.38

Over 6.1 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

47k

Middle half: 37k–68k

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These stats describe 113 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 113 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 21.2% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Mileage Distribution

Most 2018 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.120 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

47,130

typical

36,559

low mileage

68,107

high mileage

Half of all 2018 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.120 vehicles fall between 36,559 and 68,107 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 36,559 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 36,559–68,107 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2018 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.120s sit.

⚠ Over 91,944 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2018 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.120 — Still on the Road

Almost all 2018 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.120s are still on the road.

Strong survival — 97 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 92% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2021–2025.

MOT History Averages

6.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.38

Avg failures per vehicle

4.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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