Toyota Hilux Active D-4D 4Wd Ecb
From 963 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a tyre seriously damaged and the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. The top issue, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, caused 16 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.
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 16 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 15 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 15 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 12 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 12 |
| esc mil indicates a system malfunction | 11 |
| a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage | 9 |
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 8 |
| an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 8 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 7 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 18.6% of Hilux Active D-4D 4Wd Ecb failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 31% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £93.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 81% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a tyre seriously damaged |
Typical mileage
Half of all Hilux Active D-4D 4Wd Ecbs tested had between 23,836 and 54,041 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 37,187 median miles, the Hilux Active D-4D 4Wd Ecb has 0.05 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 Ecb MOT pass rate?
The Toyota Hilux Active D-4D 4Wd Ecb has a 81.5% MOT pass rate based on 963 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Toyota Hilux Active D-4D 4Wd Ecb?
The most common MOT failure on the Toyota Hilux Active D-4D 4Wd Ecb is wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, which caused 16 failures. Other common issues include a tyre seriously damaged.
What is the typical mileage of a Toyota Hilux Active D-4D 4Wd Ecb at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Toyota Hilux Active D-4D 4Wd Ecb is 37,187 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 23,836 and 54,041 miles.
Buying a used Hilux Active D-4D 4Wd Ecb?
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 81.5% pass rate and an average repair bill of £93 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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