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Toyota Hilux

Green · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

LR53 DLFMOT history

LR53 DLF is a green diesel Toyota Hilux first used on 25 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 19 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 214,981 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2026.

LR53 DLF green Toyota Hilux – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Toyota Hilux, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Feb 2027
Mileage
214,981 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,097 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 DLF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Hilux
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
25 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 DLF was last recorded at 214,981 miles on 2 Feb 2026, 5,281 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
209,700 miles · 11 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,281 miles
Average per year
6,097 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 214,981 miles
  • 2025 – 209,700 miles
  • 2024 – 205,883 miles
  • 2022 – 203,438 miles
  • 2019 – 199,199 miles
  • 2018 – 198,678 miles
  • 2017 – 195,837 miles
  • 2016 – 191,822 miles
  • 2015 – 188,992 miles
  • 2014 – 185,139 miles
  • 2012 – 177,219 miles
  • 2011 – 171,884 miles
  • 2010 – 164,396 miles
  • 2009 – 157,887 miles
  • 2008 – 148,407 miles
  • 2006 – 97,155 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass214,981 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

What MOT advisories 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.

  • Drag link end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

28 tests since 7 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass214,981 miles (+5,281)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    214,981 miles
    Test number
    998132254854
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  2. Pass209,700 miles (+3,817)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    209,700 miles
    Test number
    222328095935
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass205,883 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    205,883 miles
    Test number
    575230540636
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail205,881 miles (+2,443)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,881 miles
    Test number
    932056203899
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass203,438 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    203,438 miles
    Test number
    824212152472
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail203,438 miles (+795)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,438 miles
    Test number
    844960144709
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass202,643 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    202,643 miles
    Test number
    596124364251
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail202,643 miles (+3,444)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,643 miles
    Test number
    970254100736
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass199,199 miles (+521)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    199,199 miles
    Test number
    952378793498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass198,678 miles (+2,841)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    198,678 miles
    Test number
    456798708606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass195,837 miles (+1,094)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    195,837 miles
    Test number
    391366272270
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass194,743 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    194,743 miles
    Test number
    541254386514
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail194,743 miles (+2,921)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,743 miles
    Test number
    221315931036
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass191,822 miles (+2,830)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    191,822 miles
    Test number
    897833887119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass188,992 miles (+3,853)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    188,992 miles
    Test number
    996677815136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass185,139 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    185,139 miles
    Test number
    329821804119
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  17. Fail185,139 miles (+7,920)7 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,139 miles
    Test number
    589249094033
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOffside rear brake slightly binding

  18. Pass177,219 miles (+5,335)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    177,219 miles
    Test number
    918876202391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass171,884 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    171,884 miles
    Test number
    336309951458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail171,884 miles (+7,488)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,884 miles
    Test number
    328387851203
    • FailureFront constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  21. Pass164,396 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    164,396 miles
    Test number
    441927370287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail164,396 miles (+6,509)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,396 miles
    Test number
    531157870247
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

  23. Pass157,887 miles (+9,480)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    157,887 miles
    Test number
    533507609301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass148,407 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    148,407 miles
    Test number
    623337038380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail148,407 miles (+9,920)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,407 miles
    Test number
    672506838355
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass138,487 miles (+41,332)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    138,487 miles
    Test number
    122091518465
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on edge

  27. Pass97,155 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    97,155 miles
    Test number
    190380486227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail97,155 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,155 miles
    Test number
    521030886269
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR53 DLF

Does LR53 DLF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR53 DLF is valid until 19 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR53 DLF?
The MOT on LR53 DLF is valid until 19 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR53 DLF done?
LR53 DLF was recorded at 214,981 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2026, an average of 6,097 miles a year.
Has LR53 DLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 DLF has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LR53 DLF 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 LR53 DLF find?
LR53 DLF passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; offside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 1 more.

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