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AP03 MZU

2003 Toyota Hilux

Red Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

111,214 mi
Last recorded111,214 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Toyota Hilux115,284 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP03 MZU
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 111,214 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 5 Feb 2026 111,152 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Offside Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced Chassis near brake compensator (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

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

Osr indicator illuminates when brake pedal depressed

Pass 11 Feb 2025 110,696 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 107,977 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

body corroded but not testable

load buck corroded but not insecure

rear bump stops corroded

spare wheel carrier corroded

Fail 25 Apr 2023 107,756 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Windscreen in such a condition that visibility through swept area is seriously affected (3.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2022 103,661 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2022 103,661 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2021 103,437 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 102,502 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2019 102,502 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2018 102,319 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front pipes (1.1.11 (c))

chip/crack in windscreen

Fail 5 Jul 2018 102,319 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

chip/crack in windscreen

Pass 17 Aug 2017 101,760 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 100,598 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 98,565 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2015 98,565 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Jul 2014 93,889 miles

1. Slight exhaust blow on centre silencer. 2. Slight damage to rear number plate. 3. Slight damage to frint bumper.

4. Nearside front tyre near legal limits, worn on outside egde. 5. Slight damage to windscreen.

Pass 12 Jul 2013 83,494 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 69,496 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 60,319 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2010 47,531 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Jul 2009 34,215 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 20,783 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2008 20,783 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2007 13,288 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 9,937 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2006 9,937 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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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AP03 MZU is a 2003 Toyota Hilux in Red with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

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 AP03 MZU, 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.

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What year was AP03 MZU registered?

AP03 MZU is a 2003 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 25 July 2003.

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