Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Isuzu D Max Dl40?

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 D Max Dl40?

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 D Max Dl40?

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 D Max Dl40 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 348 vehicles, the 2021 Isuzu D Max Dl40 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 91.9%, 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 2021 Isuzu D Max Dl40?

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 D Max Dl40 (2021)

348 real MOT outcomes analysed • 91.9% first-time pass rate

2021 Isuzu D Max Dl40

CarHunch analysed 348 real MOT records for the 2021 Isuzu D Max Dl40. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 348 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2021 Isuzu D-Max DL40 is a genuinely reliable truck, with a first-time MOT pass rate of 90.9% well ahead of the UK average of 80%. Only 7.5% have ever recorded a dangerous defect, which is reassuringly low and shouldn't concern most buyers.

At an average mileage of 43,722 miles for a three-year-old vehicle, these trucks are running hard but holding up well — the 0.25 average failures per test suggests most issues are minor or maintenance-related rather than structural problems. Check the service history carefully and budget for regular maintenance, particularly suspension and wear items, since the average of 1.6 advisories per MOT indicates these are working vehicles that need consistent care.

The 2021 Isuzu D Max Dl40 passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (91.9% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

⚠️ Around 1 in 20 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

91.9%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

7.5%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.25

Over 2.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

39k

Middle half: 27k–55k

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✅ Good baseline reliability. A 91.9% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 1.6 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 348 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 348 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 7.5% 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 →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Colour Breakdown

Based on 2,035 Isuzu D Max Dl40 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 23.4%

477

Blue 19.4%

395

Silver 14.6%

297

Black 14.1%

286

Red 12.5%

254

White 8.5%

172

Orange 7.6%

154

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Isuzu D Max Dl40 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.

39,361

typical

27,456

low mileage

55,369

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Isuzu D Max Dl40 vehicles fall between 27,456 and 55,369 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 27,456 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.

✓ 27,456–55,369 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Isuzu D Max Dl40s sit.

⚠ Over 74,748 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

2.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.25

Avg failures per vehicle

1.6

Avg advisories per vehicle

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