Toyota Hi Ace Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Toyota Hi Ace car check
Is the Toyota Hi Ace reliable? We analysed 3,282 real MOT tests across 216 vehicles to find out.
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The Toyota Hi Ace is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include fog lamp not working, windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Toyota Hi Ace.
Toyota Hi Ace Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Toyota Hi Ace. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Toyota Hi Ace MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Toyota Hi Ace to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Toyota Hi Ace Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Toyota Hi Ace fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Toyota Hi Ace Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Toyota Hi Ace owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Toyota Hi Ace MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Toyota Hi Ace year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 119 | 66.4% | 62,839 | 106,275 | 126,104 |
| 2011 | 69 | 72.5% | 98,854 | 122,170 | 161,339 |
| 2010 | 183 | 70.5% | 68,896 | 105,785 | 146,460 |
| 2009 | 156 | 71.2% | 67,084 | 108,297 | 168,533 |
| 2008 | 292 | 72.9% | 92,301 | 130,623 | 167,322 |
| 2007 | 473 | 72.5% | 111,593 | 148,732 | 199,143 |
| 2006 | 232 | 72.8% | 111,308 | 156,303 | 190,218 |
| 2005 | 80 | 81.3% | 91,191 | 135,506 | 178,715 |
| 2004 | 158 | 69.0% | 58,174 | 91,906 | 146,313 |
| 2003 | 148 | 72.3% | 102,452 | 133,673 | 170,946 |
| 2002 | 121 | 79.3% | 61,937 | 87,859 | 118,351 |
| 2001 | 109 | 83.5% | 61,440 | 112,378 | 131,085 |
| 2000 | 168 | 68.5% | 97,728 | 125,478 | 158,203 |
| 1999 | 57 | 70.2% | 77,559 | 105,188 | 150,501 |
| 1998 | 119 | 68.1% | 105,227 | 130,913 | 180,652 |
| 1997 | 446 | 66.4% | 117,332 | 153,166 | 213,423 |
| 1992 | 73 | 79.5% | 45,273 | 72,845 | 119,505 |
How Long Does a Toyota Hi Ace Last?
Based on 216 Toyota Hi Ace vehicles on UK roads.
Toyota Hi Ace Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Toyota Hi Ace MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Toyota Hi Ace
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
83.5% MOT pass rate from 109 tests
66.4% MOT pass rate from 446 tests
The best year to buy a used Toyota Hi Ace is 2001, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 83.5% across 109 tests. The 1997 model year has the lowest pass rate at 66.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Toyota Hi Ace Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Hi Ace THIS CAR | 71.5% | 3,282 | 128,768 mi | 34 yrs |
| Toyota Yaris | 77.7% | 9,038,234 | 54,896 mi | 27 yrs |
| Toyota Corolla | 75.4% | 4,239,724 | 75,409 mi | 36 yrs |
| Toyota Avensis | 75% | 3,497,866 | 89,776 mi | 28 yrs |
| Harley-davidson Flsb Sport Glide 1745 20 | 94.2% | 1,248 | 7,830 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Toyota Yaris (77.7% pass rate) and the Toyota Corolla (75.4% pass rate), the Toyota Hi Ace trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Toyota Hi AceShould you buy a used Toyota Hi Ace?
The Toyota Hi Ace has an overall MOT pass rate of 71.5% across 3,282 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Toyota Hi Ace are fog lamp not working (99 recorded failures), windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (98), and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (76). 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 Toyota Hi Ace owner drives around 5,357 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 Toyota Hi Ace models stay on UK roads for around 34 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.