CarVerify

Free Car Check

AJ53 CJO

2003 Toyota Hilux

Red Diesel 2495cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

154,035 mi
Last recorded154,035 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2024
Typical for 2003 Toyota Hilux115,284 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Toyota
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ53 CJO
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2024 154,035 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 152,306 miles

Offside Rear Body not fully secure corroded (6.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2022 147,123 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 141,249 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Nov 2020 137,412 miles

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 2 Nov 2020 137,385 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis area, (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 129,041 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

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 Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

different tyre size front to rear

rear chassis rails corrodeing

rear pick up bed corroded

Fail 8 May 2019 128,998 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front leaf spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp and no plate lights (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength front leaf spring side ove fuel tank (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2018 121,020 miles

Front Propshaft not present when tested

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))

rear chassis corrodeing

Fail 25 May 2018 121,013 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play idler arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Prop shaft likely to become detached (6.1.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))

rear chassis corrodeing

Pass 29 Sep 2017 116,537 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 112,553 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 105,088 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2014 98,136 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2014 98,127 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Oct 2013 93,242 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 88,056 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 81,953 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2010 75,312 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 68,747 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 61,987 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 55,462 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 46,961 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
Full Toyota Hilux reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AJ53 CJO is a 2003 Toyota Hilux in Red with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2003 Toyota Hilux models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 115,284 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 AJ53 CJO, 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 23 years old, this Toyota Hilux is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AJ53 CJO?

You can check the full history of AJ53 CJO by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AJ53 CJO registered?

AJ53 CJO is a 2003 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is AJ53 CJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ53 CJO shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AJ53 CJO have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AJ53 CJO. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.