Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.125 Auto?

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 2021 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.125 Auto?

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 2021 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.125 Auto?

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.

Is the 2021 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.125 Auto reliable?

Based on MOT data from 156 vehicles, the 2021 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.125 Auto has a first-time MOT pass rate of 83.8%, 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 2021 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.125 Auto?

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 N35.125 Auto (2021)

156 real MOT outcomes analysed • 83.8% first-time pass rate

2021 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.125 Auto

CarHunch analysed 156 real MOT records for the 2021 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.125 Auto. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2021 Isuzu Grafter performs almost identically to the UK average, with an 81.1% first-time pass rate versus 80% nationally—a solid, unremarkable reliability picture. The dangerous defect rate of 11.5% is well below the concerning threshold, so structural safety isn't a red flag here.

At 63,500 miles average for a three-year-old commercial vehicle, these Grafters are running at a sensible mileage for their age and use case. The modest failure rate of 0.49 per vehicle and 1.8 advisories suggests they're low-maintenance once past their early teething period—run a full pre-purchase inspection focusing on brake wear and suspension if you're buying used, since these vans earn their keep on the road.

We have limited data for the 2021 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.125 Auto — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ About 1 in 12 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

83.8%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

11.5%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.49

Over 2.4 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

60k

Middle half: 41k–77k

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These stats describe 156 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 156 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 11.5% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 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 2021 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.125 Auto 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.

59,900

typical

40,591

low mileage

77,437

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.125 Auto vehicles fall between 40,591 and 77,437 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 40,591 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.

✓ 40,591–77,437 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.125 Autos sit.

⚠ Over 104,539 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

2.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.49

Avg failures per vehicle

1.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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