Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2011 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.150?

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 2011 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.150?

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 2011 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.150?

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 2011 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.150 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

34% 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 2011 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.150 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 111 vehicles, the 2011 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.150 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 73.9%, 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 2011 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.150?

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 N35.150 (2011)

111 real MOT outcomes analysed • 73.9% first-time pass rate

2011 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.150

CarHunch analysed 111 real MOT records for the 2011 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.150. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2011 Isuzu Grafter is a noticeably unreliable proposition: its 70.6% first-time pass rate sits well below the 80% UK average, and a concerning 34.2% of these vehicles have recorded dangerous defects at some point. The diesel engines show no variation worth noting, all performing at the same weaker 70.3% pass rate.

These are working trucks with genuinely high mileage—averaging nearly 104,000 miles—which explains some of the wear, but the real issue is the frequency of failures: owners face an average of 3 major faults per MOT and 16 advisories, suggesting persistent mechanical problems beyond normal age-related wear. If you're considering one, budget for regular and expensive repairs, and have a pre-purchase inspection focus on the braking system, suspension, and engine condition.

We have limited data for the 2011 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.150 — 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

73.9%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

34.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

3.04

Over 10.9 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

94k

Middle half: 63k–143k

For context

These stats describe 111 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 111 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 34.2% 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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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (99%)	110	73.7%	3.06

Mileage Distribution

Most 2011 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.150 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.

93,799

typical

62,795

low mileage

143,484

high mileage

Half of all 2011 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.150 vehicles fall between 62,795 and 143,484 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 62,795 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.

✓ 62,795–143,484 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2011 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.150s sit.

⚠ Over 193,703 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2011 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.150 — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 51% of 2011 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.150s are still active.

48 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 51% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

10.9

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

3.04

Avg failures per vehicle

16.2

Avg advisories per vehicle

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