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AF05 XRU

2005 Toyota Hilux

Maroon Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

75,684 mi
Last recorded75,684 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Toyota Hilux107,280 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 XRU
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year2005
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 75,684 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play Both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2025 72,859 miles

Nearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Mar 2025 72,859 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2024 70,443 miles

Nearside Front Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel idler arm (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Mar 2024 70,443 miles

Nearside Front Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel idler arm (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Mar 2023 66,284 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2022 60,210 miles

Nearside Front Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2021 54,077 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 49,369 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 47,404 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2018 45,796 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 9 Feb 2017 43,560 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2017 43,557 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 39,500 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 35,934 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2015 35,932 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 13 Feb 2014 31,609 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 28,330 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 24,572 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2011 20,437 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Towbar component fractured (6.6.1)

Pass 16 Feb 2011 20,437 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 16,825 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 14,223 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 11,036 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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AF05 XRU is a 2005 Toyota Hilux in Maroon with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2005 Toyota Hilux models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 107,280 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AF05 XRU, 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 21 years old, this Toyota Hilux is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AF05 XRU registered?

AF05 XRU is a 2005 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 8 March 2005.

Is AF05 XRU safe to buy?

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