Toyota Hilux Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Toyota Hilux reliable? We analysed 1,500,658 real MOT tests across 146,528 vehicles to find out.
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The Toyota Hilux is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include fog lamp not working, brake pipe excessively corroded and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Toyota Hilux.
Toyota Hilux Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Toyota Hilux. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Toyota Hilux MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Toyota Hilux to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Toyota Hilux Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Toyota Hilux fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Toyota Hilux Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Toyota Hilux owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Toyota Hilux MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Toyota Hilux year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 187 | 81.3% | 10,861 | 19,710 | 37,230 |
| 2021 | 1,623 | 78.0% | 19,506 | 30,899 | 45,482 |
| 2020 | 20,816 | 83.7% | 29,611 | 46,344 | 67,685 |
| 2019 | 29,884 | 83.6% | 34,944 | 53,208 | 77,554 |
| 2018 | 39,124 | 83.0% | 37,082 | 57,088 | 83,859 |
| 2017 | 44,789 | 83.6% | 40,520 | 62,538 | 91,216 |
| 2016 | 45,665 | 80.1% | 41,054 | 63,454 | 92,594 |
| 2015 | 67,972 | 78.2% | 44,071 | 66,948 | 96,374 |
| 2014 | 69,069 | 77.8% | 46,524 | 70,798 | 100,676 |
| 2013 | 68,840 | 76.8% | 48,491 | 74,363 | 104,752 |
| 2012 | 73,367 | 75.9% | 51,011 | 77,987 | 109,997 |
| 2011 | 81,167 | 74.1% | 53,668 | 82,219 | 117,019 |
| 2010 | 61,251 | 73.8% | 56,596 | 86,405 | 122,841 |
| 2009 | 50,276 | 73.7% | 56,877 | 88,379 | 124,935 |
| 2008 | 64,998 | 73.4% | 58,604 | 91,070 | 130,279 |
| 2007 | 71,952 | 73.5% | 60,506 | 93,306 | 133,046 |
| 2006 | 51,622 | 72.5% | 63,166 | 96,678 | 137,914 |
| 2005 | 57,215 | 71.0% | 70,840 | 107,280 | 150,852 |
| 2004 | 78,749 | 70.0% | 72,878 | 111,127 | 154,187 |
| 2003 | 69,188 | 70.1% | 78,270 | 115,284 | 156,404 |
How Long Does a Toyota Hilux Last?
Based on 146,528 Toyota Hilux vehicles on UK roads.
Toyota Hilux Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Toyota Hilux 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 Hilux
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
83.7% MOT pass rate from 20,816 tests
63.8% MOT pass rate from 152 tests
The best year to buy a used Toyota Hilux is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 83.7% across 20,816 tests. The 1971 model year has the lowest pass rate at 63.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Toyota Hilux Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Hilux THIS CAR | 73.1% | 1,500,658 | 94,890 mi | 39 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 |
| Volvo XC90 | 74.6% | 1,122,947 | 87,449 mi | 23 yrs |
Compared to the Toyota Yaris (77.7% pass rate) and the Toyota Corolla (75.4% pass rate), the Toyota Hilux trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Toyota HiluxShould you buy a used Toyota Hilux?
The Toyota Hilux has an overall MOT pass rate of 73.1% across 1,500,658 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Toyota Hilux are fog lamp not working (30,380 recorded failures), brake pipe excessively corroded (30,017), and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (25,129). 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 Hilux owner drives around 7,298 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 Hilux models stay on UK roads for around 39 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.