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Toyota Hilux

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 2,446 cc

LR53 VPUMOT history

LR53 VPU is a silver diesel Toyota Hilux first used on 26 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 285,721 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jun 2026.

LR53 VPU silver Toyota Hilux – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Toyota Hilux, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jun 2027
Mileage
285,721 mi
At MOT on 10 Jun 2026
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
13,033 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 VPU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Hilux
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,446 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
26 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 VPU was last recorded at 285,721 miles on 10 Jun 2026, 14,946 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Nov 2010: 73,880 miles, lower than 76,867 miles on 25 Nov 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
270,775 miles · 5 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
14,946 miles
Average per year
13,033 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 285,721 miles
  • 2025 – 270,775 miles
  • 2024 – 251,300 miles
  • 2023 – 234,841 miles
  • 2022 – 216,843 miles
  • 2021 – 197,638 miles
  • 2020 – 174,665 miles
  • 2019 – 154,181 miles
  • 2018 – 147,687 miles
  • 2017 – 142,863 miles
  • 2015 – 129,101 miles
  • 2014 – 116,506 miles
  • 2013 – 105,358 miles
  • 2012 – 93,807 miles
  • 2011 – 83,977 miles
  • 2010 – 73,880 miles
  • 2009 – 64,571 miles
  • 2008 – 52,936 miles
  • 2007 – 42,089 miles
  • 2006 – 30,275 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass285,721 miles
  • MinorNearside Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Brake pedal wearing smooth

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front prop shaft spline worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

34 tests since 3 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass285,721 miles (+14,946)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    285,721 miles
    Test number
    384824404865
    • MinorNearside Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass270,775 miles (+19,475)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    270,775 miles
    Test number
    786357004932
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass251,300 miles (+8)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    251,300 miles
    Test number
    169254183843
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront prop shaft spline worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear number plate lamps dim
    • AdvisoryLow effort park brake

  4. Fail251,292 miles (+16,451)6 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    251,292 miles
    Test number
    161288914941
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront prop shaft spline worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear number plate lamps dim
    • AdvisoryLow effort park brake

  5. Pass234,841 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    234,841 miles
    Test number
    905648627410
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2x front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail234,841 miles (+17,998)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,841 miles
    Test number
    302274024103
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2x front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass216,843 miles (+19,205)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    216,843 miles
    Test number
    561647097401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass197,638 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    197,638 miles
    Test number
    307219448637
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail197,638 miles (+22,973)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,638 miles
    Test number
    814419806067
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass174,665 miles (+242)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    174,665 miles
    Test number
    436407677866
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail174,423 miles (+20,242)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,423 miles
    Test number
    704934084674
    • MajorNearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass154,181 miles (+6,494)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    154,181 miles
    Test number
    173369828184
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play x2 (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  13. Pass147,687 miles (+47)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    147,687 miles
    Test number
    721524000021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail147,640 miles (+4,777)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,640 miles
    Test number
    833779939170
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Going into the flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Going into the load sensor (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Leaf spring fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  15. Pass142,863 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    142,863 miles
    Test number
    973186710958
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail142,863 miles (+13)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,863 miles
    Test number
    517905287840
    • FailureCentral Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail142,850 miles (+13,749)9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,850 miles
    Test number
    308929686757
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureOffside Direction indicator missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a projection caused by damage Bumper (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass129,101 miles (+72)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    129,101 miles
    Test number
    856850156356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail129,029 miles (+12,523)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,029 miles
    Test number
    617951409714
    • FailureNearside rear brake application uneven slow (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

  20. Pass116,506 miles (+48)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    116,506 miles
    Test number
    106240654385
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Fail116,458 miles (+11,100)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,458 miles
    Test number
    686569244347
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass105,358 miles (+74)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    105,358 miles
    Test number
    728030053343
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Fail105,284 miles (+11,477)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,284 miles
    Test number
    708436143374
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass93,807 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    93,807 miles
    Test number
    916927042329
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  25. FailMileage not read2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    567295642358
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  26. Pass83,977 miles (+10,097)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    83,977 miles
    Test number
    797059641329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass73,880 miles (-2,987)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    73,880 miles
    Test number
    684583430355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail76,867 miles (+12,296)2 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,867 miles
    Test number
    783989320384
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass64,571 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    64,571 miles
    Test number
    943105949347
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  30. Fail64,571 miles (+11,635)1 dangerous4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,571 miles
    Test number
    111674349343
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  31. Pass52,936 miles (+10,847)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    52,936 miles
    Test number
    121394508339
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  32. Pass42,089 miles (+11,814)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    42,089 miles
    Test number
    594323107330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail30,275 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,275 miles
    Test number
    561357306389
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  34. Pass30,275 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    30,275 miles
    Test number
    573227206307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 VPU

Does LR53 VPU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR53 VPU is valid until 11 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR53 VPU?
The MOT on LR53 VPU is valid until 11 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR53 VPU done?
LR53 VPU was recorded at 285,721 miles at its MOT on 10 Jun 2026, an average of 13,033 miles a year.
Has LR53 VPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 VPU has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LR53 VPU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Nov 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR53 VPU find?
LR53 VPU passed its latest MOT on 10 Jun 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 3 more.

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