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Toyota Hilux

Red · Petrol · 1993 · 2,237 cc

L116 VHRMOT history

L116 VHR is a red petrol Toyota Hilux first used on 30 Sept 1993. Its MOT expired on 6 Oct 2023 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 54,028 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Oct 2023
Mileage
54,028 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2023
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,513 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L116 VHR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Hilux
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,237 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
30 Sept 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

L116 VHR was last recorded at 54,028 miles on 4 Sept 2023, 594 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
53,434 miles · 30 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
594 miles
Average per year
1,513 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 54,028 miles
  • 2022 – 53,434 miles
  • 2021 – 52,259 miles
  • 2020 – 50,957 miles
  • 2019 – 49,595 miles
  • 2018 – 48,769 miles
  • 2017 – 47,480 miles
  • 2016 – 46,309 miles
  • 2015 – 44,859 miles
  • 2014 – 43,433 miles
  • 2013 – 41,939 miles
  • 2012 – 40,343 miles
  • 2011 – 38,781 miles
  • 2010 – 36,608 miles
  • 2009 – 34,546 miles
  • 2008 – 32,823 miles
  • 2007 – 31,119 miles
  • 2006 – 29,384 miles
  • 2005 – 26,922 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail54,028 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Outer Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Front Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

29 tests since 3 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail54,028 miles (+594)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,028 miles
    Test number
    917635425044
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass53,434 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    53,434 miles
    Test number
    949235633055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail53,412 miles (+1,153)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,412 miles
    Test number
    853963403579
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to exhaust leaks (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass52,259 miles (+1,302)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    52,259 miles
    Test number
    845600891456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass50,957 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    50,957 miles
    Test number
    122408933916

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail50,953 miles (+1,358)2 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,953 miles
    Test number
    727639490001
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • DangerousRear Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

  7. Pass49,595 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    49,595 miles
    Test number
    530479703875
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail49,595 miles (+826)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,595 miles
    Test number
    411177856891
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass48,769 miles (+1,289)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    48,769 miles
    Test number
    498492240408
    • AdvisoryBrake slack adjuster advise adjustment (1.1.18 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass47,480 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    47,480 miles
    Test number
    700088166475
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

  11. Fail47,480 miles (+1,171)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,480 miles
    Test number
    667391068255
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

  12. Pass46,309 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    46,309 miles
    Test number
    947357593499
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  13. Fail46,309 miles (+1,450)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,309 miles
    Test number
    616199396141
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Pass44,859 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    44,859 miles
    Test number
    659743140252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail44,856 miles (+1,423)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,856 miles
    Test number
    751255284979
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Pass43,433 miles (+1,494)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    43,433 miles
    Test number
    286917984228
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

  17. Pass41,939 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    41,939 miles
    Test number
    895695973203
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Fail41,936 miles (+1,593)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,936 miles
    Test number
    967385873286
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass40,343 miles (+23)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    40,343 miles
    Test number
    535254502300
    • AdvisoryFront Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

  20. Fail40,320 miles (+1,539)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,320 miles
    Test number
    689308792206
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

  21. Fail38,781 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,781 miles
    Test number
    458991991207
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  22. Pass38,781 miles (+2,173)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    38,781 miles
    Test number
    496811291281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass36,608 miles (+42)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    36,608 miles
    Test number
    242725980209
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

  24. Fail36,566 miles (+2,020)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,566 miles
    Test number
    732224970202
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

  25. Pass34,546 miles (+1,723)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    34,546 miles
    Test number
    380848379468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass32,823 miles (+1,704)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    32,823 miles
    Test number
    832050178299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass31,119 miles (+1,735)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    31,119 miles
    Test number
    734720077270
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteNearside and offside front axle swivel hubs slightly leaking oil

  28. Pass29,384 miles (+2,462)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    29,384 miles
    Test number
    190732276296
    • AdvisoryFront Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteNearside and offside axle wheel boxes slight oil leaks
    • NoteOffside wiper blade split on ends

  29. Pass26,922 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    26,922 miles
    Test number
    842286075259
    • AdvisoryFront Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteFront No plate cracked
    • NoteFront nearside tyre cracking around tread
    • NoteNearside and offside axle wheel boxes slight leaks

Questions about L116 VHR

Does L116 VHR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L116 VHR expired on 6 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L116 VHR?
The MOT on L116 VHR expired on 6 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L116 VHR done?
L116 VHR was recorded at 54,028 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2023, an average of 1,513 miles a year.
Has L116 VHR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L116 VHR has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on L116 VHR ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L116 VHR find?
L116 VHR failed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2023 with 3 major defects: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; offside front drag link end ball joint has excessive play; offside windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively.

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