Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2012 Isuzu D Max Yukon D/c Intcooler Td A?

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 D Max Yukon D/c Intcooler Td A?

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 D Max Yukon D/c Intcooler Td A?

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 D Max Yukon D/c Intcooler Td A vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

30% 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 D Max Yukon D/c Intcooler Td A reliable?

Based on MOT data from 123 vehicles, the 2012 Isuzu D Max Yukon D/c Intcooler Td A has a first-time MOT pass rate of 79.4%, 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 D Max Yukon D/c Intcooler Td A?

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 Yukon D/c Intcooler Td A (2012)

123 real MOT outcomes analysed • 79.4% first-time pass rate

2012 Isuzu D Max Yukon D/c Intcooler Td A

CarHunch analysed 123 real MOT records for the 2012 Isuzu D Max Yukon D/c Intcooler Td A. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2012 Isuzu D-Max sits slightly below the UK average for first-time MOT passes at 77.5% versus the national 80%, which is a marginal disadvantage rather than a red flag—but the 30.1% of vehicles that have recorded a dangerous defect is genuinely concerning and puts it in a higher-risk category for potential buyers. Around 80,000 miles is typical for an eleven-year-old pickup of this type, so mileage isn't inflated, but the average vehicle racks up 2.61 failures per test and 17.7 advisories, suggesting wear and maintenance issues are common. The median CarHunch score of 50 reflects this: it's mechanically middling for its age and design. If you're considering one, budget for suspension and engine work, and always get a pre-purchase inspection focused on the cooling system and transmission—these are where this model tends to falter.

We have limited data for the 2012 Isuzu D Max Yukon D/c Intcooler Td A — 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

79.4%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

30.1%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

2.61

Over 11.1 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

77k

Middle half: 56k–96k

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These stats describe 123 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 123 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 30.1% 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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Mileage Distribution

Most 2012 Isuzu D Max Yukon D/c Intcooler Td A 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.

77,116

typical

55,850

low mileage

96,372

high mileage

Half of all 2012 Isuzu D Max Yukon D/c Intcooler Td A vehicles fall between 55,850 and 96,372 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 55,850 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.

✓ 55,850–96,372 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2012 Isuzu D Max Yukon D/c Intcooler Td As sit.

⚠ Over 130,102 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 D Max Yukon D/c Intcooler Td A — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 64% of 2012 Isuzu D Max Yukon D/c Intcooler Td As are still active.

71 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 64% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2015–2025.
* 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

11.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

2.61

Avg failures per vehicle

17.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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