CarVerify

Isuzu Pick Up Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

Free Isuzu Pick Up car check

Is the Isuzu Pick Up reliable? We analysed 4,879 real MOT tests across 360 vehicles to find out.

Got a specific Isuzu Pick Up? Enter the reg for a free check:

Free basic check Reports from £4.99 Results in seconds
Data last updated: · Based on 4,879 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
65.6%
Typical Mileage
103,822mi
Annual Mileage
6,135mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
30yrs

The Isuzu Pick Up is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pipe excessively corroded, fog lamp not working and leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Isuzu Pick Up.

Isuzu Pick Up Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Isuzu Pick Up. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Isuzu Pick Up MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Isuzu Pick Up to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

71.7%
2006
67.1%
2005
66.7%
2004
68.3%
2003
67.9%
2002
65.9%
2001
64.4%
2000
62.6%
1999
65%
1998
60.3%
1997
53.9%
1996

Isuzu Pick Up Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Isuzu Pick Up fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Brake pipe excessively corroded 412
fog lamp not working 284
Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush 281
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 188
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 172
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 157
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 152
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 150
wheel bearing has excessive play 142
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 138

Isuzu Pick Up Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Isuzu Pick Up owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
3,550 mi/yr
Typical
6,135 mi/yr
Average
7,259 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,837 mi/yr

Isuzu Pick Up MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Isuzu Pick Up year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2006 173 71.7% 52,620 79,165 125,865
2005 70 67.1% 88,954 110,111 125,364
2004 114 66.7% 74,299 103,012 149,228
2003 401 68.3% 47,089 81,007 122,859
2002 1,044 67.9% 62,327 88,984 118,016
2001 892 65.9% 72,409 97,505 137,246
2000 806 64.4% 82,580 115,655 142,716
1999 478 62.6% 75,947 97,650 130,612
1998 494 65.0% 102,138 129,250 174,470
1997 146 60.3% 117,028 160,934 214,525
1996 76 53.9% 100,557 118,271 161,828

How Long Does a Isuzu Pick Up Last?

Based on 360 Isuzu Pick Up vehicles on UK roads.

Average
14.4 years
Median
14.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
30 years

Isuzu Pick Up Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Isuzu Pick Up MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
103,822 mi
75th Percentile
140,071 mi
95th Percentile
209,074 mi
Max Recorded
735,657 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Isuzu Pick Up

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2006

71.7% MOT pass rate from 173 tests

Year to avoid
1996

53.9% MOT pass rate from 76 tests

The best year to buy a used Isuzu Pick Up is 2006, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 71.7% across 173 tests. The 1996 model year has the lowest pass rate at 53.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Isuzu Pick Up Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Isuzu Pick Up THIS CAR 65.6% 4,879 103,822 mi 30 yrs
Isuzu Trooper 69% 362,452 117,154 mi 38 yrs
Isuzu D-max 79.2% 268,922 63,046 mi 13 yrs
Isuzu Rodeo 71% 189,090 87,999 mi 24 yrs
Ford Puma St-line Design MHEV 93.7% 1,923 24,502 mi — yrs

Compared to the Isuzu Trooper (69.0% pass rate) and the Isuzu D-max (79.2% pass rate), the Isuzu Pick Up trails behind on MOT reliability.

Found a Isuzu Pick Up you like?

Run a full vehicle history check on the specific car. See finance, stolen, write-off, mileage and MOT data for that exact vehicle.

Check a specific Isuzu Pick Up

Should you buy a used Isuzu Pick Up?

The Isuzu Pick Up has an overall MOT pass rate of 65.6% across 4,879 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

The most common problems on the Isuzu Pick Up are brake pipe excessively corroded (412 recorded failures), fog lamp not working (284), and leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (281). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.

A typical Isuzu Pick Up owner drives around 6,135 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

In terms of longevity, most Isuzu Pick Up models stay on UK roads for around 30 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Isuzu Pick Up — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Isuzu Pick Up reliable?
Based on 4,879 MOT tests, the Isuzu Pick Up has a 65.6% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Isuzu Pick Up?
The most common MOT failures are brake pipe excessively corroded, fog lamp not working, and leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Isuzu Pick Up do per year?
The typical Isuzu Pick Up does around 6,135 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Isuzu Pick Up last?
Most Isuzu Pick Up models stay on UK roads for around 30 years based on our analysis of 360 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Isuzu Pick Up?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Isuzu Pick Up?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Isuzu Pick Up is 2006 with a 71.7% pass rate across 173 tests.