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AL02 ENG

2005 Toyota Hilux

Black Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

188,090 mi
Last recorded188,090 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Toyota Hilux107,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAL02 ENG
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 188,090 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2025 188,034 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Oct 2024 180,255 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 171,828 miles

handbrake readings only just met requirenent

rear crossmember behind fuel tank corroded

Pass 7 Sep 2022 174,074 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

rear crossmembers corroded behind fuel tank

underside a bit muddy

Pass 17 Sep 2021 162,596 miles

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

rear cross member corroded by fuel tank

Pass 21 Aug 2020 155,887 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2019 145,248 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 134,747 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 126,364 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 118,885 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

tyres show signs of rubbing the chassis but not evident on test

Fail 7 Sep 2015 118,885 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

tyres show signs of rubbing the chassis but not evident on test

Pass 23 Sep 2014 112,666 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 101,691 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 90,349 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 78,124 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 63,023 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 48,230 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2009 48,230 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 33,542 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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AL02 ENG is a 2005 Toyota Hilux in Black with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 AL02 ENG, 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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AL02 ENG is a 2005 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 2 September 2005.

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