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AJM 739A

2008 Toyota Hilux

Black Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

120,298 mi
Last recorded120,298 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Hilux91,070 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJM 739A
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 120,298 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

under vehicle corroded

Pass 3 Mar 2025 115,596 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Slight Seepage (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corrosion to casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Slight seepage (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Slight movement in steering rack bushes

Vehicle corroded to the underside - Chassis, Sills, All Suspension Arms, Gearbox / Diff Cross Member And Around Leaf Spring Mountings

Fail 26 Feb 2025 115,588 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut greater than 4mm (7.1.2 (b))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Slight Seepage (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corrosion to casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Slight seepage (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Slight movement in steering rack bushes

Vehicle corroded to the underside - Chassis, Sills, All Suspension Arms, Gearbox / Diff Cross Member And Around Leaf Spring Mountings

Pass 26 Feb 2024 108,787 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2023 103,626 miles

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

rear tyres cracking in wall

reversing light in op

Pass 25 Jan 2022 99,086 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 93,481 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2021 93,481 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Jan 2020 90,011 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2019 86,132 miles

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2018 81,103 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 76,158 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 19 Aug 2016 73,129 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 65,544 miles

Oil leak

Fail 18 Jul 2015 65,253 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 4 Jul 2014 56,636 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 48,365 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 38,492 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 28,365 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 28,365 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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AJM 739A is a 2008 Toyota Hilux in Black with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 AJM 739A, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AJM 739A registered?

AJM 739A is a 2008 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 24 July 2008.

Is AJM 739A safe to buy?

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