Toyota Hilux Active D-4D 4Wd Dcb
From 953 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are light source and lamp not compatible, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen and engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction. The top issue, light source and lamp not compatible, caused 12 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| light source and lamp not compatible | 12 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 12 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 11 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 10 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 8 |
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 7 |
| wiper blade defective | 7 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 7 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 5 |
| brake pedal anti-slip provision missing, loose or worn smooth | 5 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 42.9% of failures are serious: 29.8% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 13.1% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £78.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 81.3% | light source and lamp not compatible, a tyre seriously damaged |
Typical mileage
Half of all Hilux Active D-4D 4Wd Dcbs tested had between 23,837 and 53,806 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 32,010 median miles, the Hilux Active D-4D 4Wd Dcb has 0.059 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Toyota models
| Toyota Yaris | 76% |
| Toyota Aygo | 78.9% |
| Toyota Prius | 82.4% |
| Toyota Auris | 76.7% |
| Toyota Rav4 | 82.8% |
Common questions
What is the Toyota Hilux Active D-4D 4Wd Dcb MOT pass rate?
The Toyota Hilux Active D-4D 4Wd Dcb has a 81.2% MOT pass rate based on 953 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Toyota Hilux Active D-4D 4Wd Dcb?
The most common MOT failure on the Toyota Hilux Active D-4D 4Wd Dcb is light source and lamp not compatible, which caused 12 failures. Other common issues include wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen.
What is the typical mileage of a Toyota Hilux Active D-4D 4Wd Dcb at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Toyota Hilux Active D-4D 4Wd Dcb is 32,010 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 23,837 and 53,806 miles.
Buying a used Hilux Active D-4D 4Wd Dcb?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 81.2% pass rate and an average repair bill of £78 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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