Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Isuzu D Max Utility?

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 D Max Utility?

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 D Max Utility?

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 D Max Utility reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,265 vehicles, the 2022 Isuzu D Max Utility has a first-time MOT pass rate of 90.3%, 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 D Max Utility?

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 Utility (2022)

1,265 real MOT outcomes analysed • 90.3% first-time pass rate

2022 Isuzu D Max Utility

CarHunch analysed 1,265 real MOT records for the 2022 Isuzu D Max Utility. 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 D-Max Utility is more reliable than average, with an 86.2% first-time MOT pass rate versus the UK average of 80%, and dangerous defects affecting just 4.3% of vehicles—well below the threshold for concern. This is a solid performer for a commercial-duty pickup.

These vehicles are running at 34,119 miles median, which is typical for their age, and they're accumulating faults slowly: only 0.19 failures per vehicle on average. When you do see an advisory, it's usually minor (0.7 per vehicle on average), so check the specific MOT history for any pattern of wear on suspension or brake components before committing to a purchase.

The 2022 Isuzu D Max Utility passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (90.3% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

90.3%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

4.3%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.19

Over 1.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

34k

Middle half: 22k–50k

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✅ Good baseline reliability. A 90.3% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 1,265 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 1,265 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 4.3% 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 6,066 Isuzu D Max Utility vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 60.6%

3,679

Silver 22.3%

1,354

Grey 9.9%

599

Blue 4%

241

Black 3.1%

186

Red 0.1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Isuzu D Max Utility 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.

34,119

typical

22,301

low mileage

49,502

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Isuzu D Max Utility vehicles fall between 22,301 and 49,502 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 22,301 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.

✓ 22,301–49,502 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Isuzu D Max Utilitys sit.

⚠ Over 66,827 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

1.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.19

Avg failures per vehicle

0.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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