Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.150 MOT Failures
An analysis of 16,553 real DVSA MOT tests on the Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.150 — what fails, how often, and how that compares to every other car on UK roads.
Where the Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.150 fails its MOT
The single biggest MOT failure point on the Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.150 is obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or... — this model is 23 times more likely to fail on this item than the average car on UK roads. That makes it a significant weak point for anyone buying or owning this model. Across 16,553 MOT tests, 3.38% of all Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.150 tests recorded this as a failure.
Lighting faults are usually straightforward to fix (bulbs, connectors, earth points) but can indicate deeper wiring issues on older cars. Check all lights including fog lamps, number plate lights, and dashboard warning lights.
Other notable weak points include abs fault (17x the fleet average), emissions failure (15x the fleet average), vehicle structure corroded to the extent that t... (68x the fleet average), and free play in the steering, measured at the rim ... (130x the fleet average). These ratios compare the Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.150's failure rate on each item against the national average for all cars tested — a ratio of 10x means this model fails ten times more often than a typical car.
The failures span 5 categories: Lights & Electrics, Suspension, Exhaust & Emissions, Bodywork, Steering. If you're inspecting a Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.150 before purchase, these are the areas to focus on — and if any have been flagged as advisories on a previous MOT, they're likely to become failures in the near future.
How failures change with mileage
The Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.150's weak points shift as the car covers more miles. Understanding these patterns helps you know what to expect — and what to budget for — at each stage of ownership.
Under 60,000 miles
At this mileage, most failures are either design-related or caused by age rather than wear. Components like bushes and drop links may not have been replaced yet, and original-fit parts can deteriorate even on low-mileage cars that spend a lot of time sitting.
For the Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.150 specifically, the DVSA data shows the most common failures at this mileage are vehicle structure corroded to the extent that t... (68x the average) and rear registration plate lamp or light source mi... (31x). obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or... (23x) and track rod ends worn (15x) also appear frequently.
60,000 to 100,000 miles
This is where routine wear items start to show up. Brake components, tyres, and exhaust parts have done serious work by this point. Cars that have been well serviced will show fewer of these failures — this mileage band is where good maintenance really separates the well-kept from the neglected.
For the Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.150 specifically, the DVSA data shows the most common failures at this mileage are free play in the steering, measured at the rim ... (130x the average) and light unit fault (86x). suspension pin, bush or joint worn (17x) and emissions failure (15x) also appear frequently.
Over 100,000 miles
High-mileage cars accumulate failures across multiple systems. The key question isn't whether things will need doing — they will — but whether the car has been maintained well enough to keep on top of them. Look for a consistent service history and recent MOT passes with minimal advisories.
For the Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.150 specifically, the DVSA data shows the most common failures at this mileage are free play in the steering, measured at the rim ... (103x the average) and coil springs broken (41x). lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a m... (18x) and abs fault (15x) also appear frequently.
The shift from vehicle structure corroded to the extent that t... at lower mileages to free play in the steering, measured at the rim ... at higher mileages is typical — early failures tend to be design or factory-related, while high-mileage failures reflect accumulated mechanical wear. A car that's been well maintained will usually dodge the worst of both.
What to check before buying a Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.150
Based on the MOT failure data and known issues above, here's what to prioritise when inspecting a Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.150:
Lights & Electrics — check for obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or..., light unit fault. Suspension — check for abs fault, coil springs broken. Exhaust & Emissions — check for emissions failure. Bodywork — check for vehicle structure corroded to the extent that t....
Always check the car's full MOT history for patterns — recurring advisories often become failures within 12 months. Enter any reg into our free car check to see the complete picture.
Looking at a specific Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.150?
Enter the reg to see its full MOT history, mileage records, write-off status, and finance checks.
Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.150 MOT FAQs
What are the most common MOT failures on a Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.150?
Based on 16,553 DVSA MOT tests, the most common failure is obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or... — at 23x the national fleet average. Other frequent failures include abs fault and emissions failure.
Is the Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.150 reliable based on MOT data?
The Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.150 has 17 categories where it fails more often than average. The main concern is obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or.... Always check a specific car's full history before buying.
What MOT failures should I expect at high mileage?
Above 100,000 miles, the Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.150 most commonly fails on free play in the steering, measured at the rim ... and coil springs broken. Under 60,000 miles, the main issues are vehicle structure corroded to the extent that t... and rear registration plate lamp or light source mi....
How do I check a Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.150's MOT history?
Enter the registration number into our free car check above. You'll see every MOT test result, advisories and failures, mileage readings, write-off status, and finance checks.
MOT failure data sourced from DVSA bulk test records via data.gov.uk. Ratios compare this model's failure rate against the national fleet average. Known issues sourced from manufacturer bulletins, specialist workshops, and verified owner reports.