2006 · 18 years old at test · Diesel mostly

2006 Isuzu Rodeo MOT pass rate and common faults

588 MOT tests in 2024. 53.1% passed first time, compared with 56.1% for all cars the same age.

94Below average
Passed first time53.1%
Failed or needed repairs46.9%
Typical mileage at test137,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 588 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Rear fog lamp: not working9.2%
  2. Track rod end: ball joint has excessive play6.8%
  3. Suspension arms - ball joint: ball joint excessively worn6.1%
  4. Chassis condition: or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting5.1%
  5. Chassis condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced5.1%
  6. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases4.9%
  7. Stop lamp: not working3.7%
  8. Anti-lock braking system: warning lamp indicates an ABS fault3.6%
  9. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded3.6%
  10. Linkage ball joints: ball joint excessively worn3.4%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Lights & electrics35.2%
  2. Suspension34.5%
  3. Body & chassis26.2%
  4. Brakes24.1%
  5. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)11.6%
  6. Steering9.5%
  7. Tyres5.1%
  8. Seat belts & airbags3.4%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded21.1%
  2. Wheel bearings: has excessive play19.0%
  3. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm15.0%
  4. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine14.3%
  5. Chassis condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced11.9%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year fails more often than most cars its age, so budget for repairs and check the history carefully. Before buying, check the area that fails most: rear fog lamp: not working. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2006 Isuzu Rodeo?

In 2024, 53.1% of 2006 Isuzu Rodeo cars passed their MOT first time, across 588 tests. The average for all 18-year-old cars was 56.1%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2006 Isuzu Rodeo?

The most common failure reasons were rear fog lamp: not working; track rod end: ball joint has excessive play; suspension arms - ball joint: ball joint excessively worn. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 2006 Isuzu Rodeo reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 94, which is below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).