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AB08 BCT

2008 Toyota Hilux

Black Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

193,485 mi
Last recorded193,485 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Hilux91,070 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 BCT
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 193,485 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Jun 2025 180,228 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2025 180,217 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

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

Pass 4 Feb 2022 163,688 miles

Offside Front spare wheel fitted

Fail 4 Feb 2022 163,688 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front spare wheel fitted

Pass 6 Jan 2021 145,905 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 132,336 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jan 2019 116,640 miles

Central Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox to transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2018 106,057 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 97,828 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 83,224 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2015 83,224 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 74,854 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2014 74,854 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jul 2013 62,769 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Jul 2012 53,899 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 41,521 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2011 41,035 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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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AB08 BCT is a 2008 Toyota Hilux in Black with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2008 Toyota Hilux models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 91,070 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 AB08 BCT, 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 18 years old, this Toyota Hilux is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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AB08 BCT is a 2008 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 9 July 2008.

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