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540 FBU

2016 Toyota Hilux

Grey Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

91,901 mi
Last recorded91,901 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Toyota Hilux63,454 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration540 FBU
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 91,901 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 82,358 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2024 76,752 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2024 76,752 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Jan 2023 70,699 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2023 70,699 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 64,659 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2022 64,659 miles

Nearside Front Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Jan 2021 58,391 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2021 58,391 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2020 53,007 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2019 44,444 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Hilux?

Based on 1,500,658 MOT tests across 146,528 vehicles.

73.1%
Pass Rate
7,298
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
146,528
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 30,380
Brake pipe excessively corroded 30,017
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 25,129
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,123
position lamp(s) not working 22,068
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540 FBU is a 2016 Toyota Hilux in Grey with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2016 Toyota Hilux models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 63,454 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Toyota Hilux fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 30,380 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 540 FBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Hilux typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 10 years old, this Toyota Hilux is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 540 FBU registered?

540 FBU is a 2016 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 31 January 2016.

Is 540 FBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for 540 FBU shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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