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AU53 VLA

2003 Toyota Hilux

Silver Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

105,757 mi
Last recorded105,757 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Hilux115,284 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 VLA
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2025 105,757 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 103,444 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2021 99,547 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2020 95,441 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 90,909 miles

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Front prop, front uj (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyre's cracked/perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2018 86,955 miles

Front Tyres Feathered inside edge

Nearside Front Slight brake bind

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 May 2017 83,274 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 80,429 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 77,465 miles

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Pass 21 May 2014 74,161 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 70,841 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 67,742 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 62,525 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 53,694 miles

nearside front indiacator in bumper dim

Pass 30 May 2009 47,699 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 34,746 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 26,112 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2006 25,875 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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AU53 VLA is a 2003 Toyota Hilux in Silver with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 AU53 VLA, 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 AU53 VLA registered?

AU53 VLA is a 2003 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is AU53 VLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU53 VLA shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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