Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.125?

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 2022 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.125?

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 2022 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.125?

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 2022 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.125 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,138 vehicles, the 2022 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.125 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 89.1%, 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 2022 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.125?

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 (2022)

1,138 real MOT outcomes analysed • 89.1% first-time pass rate

2022 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.125

CarHunch analysed 1,138 real MOT records for the 2022 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.125. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2022 Isuzu Grafter N35.125 passes its first MOT at 80.8%, marginally above the UK average of 80%, suggesting it's a reliably built vehicle with no alarming defect patterns—dangerous defects affect just 3.6% of the fleet, which is reassuringly low. These trucks are clocking up steady mileage at 42,145 miles on average, which is reasonable for their age, and when failures do occur they're typically minor, averaging 0.21 per vehicle. The relatively high advisory rate of 0.6 per vehicle points to minor wear items rather than structural problems, so routine servicing and preventive maintenance will keep one roadworthy. If you're considering this model, factor in a pre-purchase inspection focusing on brake condition and lighting systems, as these tend to be the common advisory items on light commercials.

The 2022 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.125 passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (89.1% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

89.1%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

3.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.21

Over 1.3 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

35k

Middle half: 23k–53k

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✅ Good baseline reliability. A 89.1% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 1,138 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 1,138 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 3.6% 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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Colour Breakdown

Based on 7,041 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.125 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 82.1%

5,781

Grey 13.1%

921

Blue 1.2%

Green 1.2%

Red 0.9%

Black 0.6%

Yellow 0.5%

Orange 0.2%

Silver 0.2%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.125 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.

34,524

typical

22,964

low mileage

53,147

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.125 vehicles fall between 22,964 and 53,147 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 22,964 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.

✓ 22,964–53,147 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.125s sit.

⚠ Over 71,748 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

1.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.21

Avg failures per vehicle

0.6

Avg advisories per vehicle

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