Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2012 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 2012 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 2012 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 2012 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.150 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

32% 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 2012 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.150 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 108 vehicles, the 2012 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.150 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 78.1%, 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 2012 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 (2012)

108 real MOT outcomes analysed • 78.1% first-time pass rate

2012 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.150

CarHunch analysed 108 real MOT records for the 2012 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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The 2012 Isuzu Grafter N35.150 falls slightly below the UK average with a 76.6% first-time pass rate, and nearly a third of these trucks (31.5%) have recorded dangerous defects at some point—a serious concern for any commercial operator. This suggests age-related wear and potential structural or safety issues that go beyond routine maintenance.

At an average mileage of 107,000 miles, these vehicles have seen solid work, yet they're averaging 2.67 failures per test and a notably high 14.8 advisories, indicating widespread component degradation. Before buying, get a full independent inspection focusing on braking systems, suspension, and chassis integrity—the high dangerous defect rate means standard MOT paperwork alone won't tell you what's really safe.

We have limited data for the 2012 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

78.1%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

31.5%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

2.67

Over 10.6 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

94k

Middle half: 70k–135k

For context

These stats describe 108 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 108 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 31.5% 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 2012 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.

93,586

typical

70,324

low mileage

134,860

high mileage

Half of all 2012 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.150 vehicles fall between 70,324 and 134,860 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 70,324 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.

✓ 70,324–134,860 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2012 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.150s sit.

⚠ Over 182,061 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2012 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.150 — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 56% of 2012 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.150s are still active.

54 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 56% 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

10.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

2.67

Avg failures per vehicle

14.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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