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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Isuzu TF. Check any TF by registration number below.

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65.7%

Avg Pass Rate

-8.9%

vs Isuzu Avg

8

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Isuzu TF — MOT Reliability Overview

The Isuzu TF has an average MOT pass rate of 65.7%, which is 8.9 percentage points below the Isuzu brand average of 74.5%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your TF on the road.

The most common reasons a Isuzu TF fails its MOT are an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, exhaust system leaking or insecure, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. If you are preparing your TF for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Isuzu TF, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Isuzu TF performs at MOT across different model years.

2012

Based on 734 vehicles

65.1%Average
Isuzu average: 74.5%
Dangerous Defects

5.5%

Retest Rate

35.4%

Mileage at 10yr

139k mi

2011

Based on 1,838 vehicles

64.7%Below Average
Isuzu average: 74.5%
Dangerous Defects

6.5%

Retest Rate

29.5%

2010

Based on 927 vehicles

63.2%Below Average
Isuzu average: 74.5%
Dangerous Defects

6.9%

Retest Rate

32.8%

2009

Based on 69 vehicles

60.9%Below Average
Isuzu average: 74.5%
Dangerous Defects

5.9%

Retest Rate

38.2%

2008

Based on 41 vehicles

65.9%Average
Isuzu average: 74.5%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

34.6%

2003

Based on 63 vehicles

58.7%Below Average
Isuzu average: 74.5%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

16.7%

2002

Based on 69 vehicles

75.4%Good
Isuzu average: 74.5%
Dangerous Defects

4.3%

Retest Rate

10.9%

0

Based on 2,188 vehicles

71.6%Average
Isuzu average: 74.5%
Mileage at 5yr

109k mi

Top MOT Failures — Isuzu TF

The most common reasons a Isuzu TF fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

An obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

15.9%
2

Exhaust system leaking or insecure

14.5%
3

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

6.3%
4

A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

4.3%
5

Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded

4.1%
Isuzu TF Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside

10.1%

Front Offside

8.7%

Rear Offside

8.4%

Other Isuzu Models

Compare MOT reliability across Isuzu models.

Isuzu Trooper

68.9% pass rate

Isuzu Rodeo 3.0td Lwb S-cab 4wd

75.0% pass rate

Isuzu D Max

85.7% pass rate

Isuzu D-max Utility 4x2

92.1% pass rate

Isuzu D-max Utah Vision D/c Td Auto

74.7% pass rate

Isuzu Tf Rodeo Denver Max D/c

71.4% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Isuzu TF

Isuzu TF — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Isuzu TF MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Isuzu TF?
The average MOT pass rate for the Isuzu TF is 65.7% compared to the Isuzu average of 74.5%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Isuzu TF?
The most common MOT failures on the Isuzu TF are: An obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (15.9%), Exhaust system leaking or insecure (14.5%), The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (6.3%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Isuzu TF reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 65.7%, the Isuzu TF is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.
How do I check the MOT history of a Isuzu TF?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Isuzu TF?
Typical mileage for the Isuzu TF: 139,486 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used TF to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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