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Toyota Hilux

Red · Diesel · 1997 · 2,446 cc

P523 AECMOT history

P523 AEC is a red diesel Toyota Hilux first used on 19 Mar 1997. Its MOT is valid until 8 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 97,383 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 May 2027
Mileage
97,383 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,835 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P523 AEC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Hilux
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,446 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
19 Mar 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 May 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P523 AEC was last recorded at 97,383 miles on 28 Apr 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,381 miles · 27 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
1,835 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,383 miles
  • 2025 – 97,319 miles
  • 2024 – 97,275 miles
  • 2023 – 97,112 miles
  • 2022 – 96,757 miles
  • 2021 – 96,158 miles
  • 2020 – 96,061 miles
  • 2019 – 95,751 miles
  • 2018 – 95,066 miles
  • 2017 – 94,008 miles
  • 2016 – 92,199 miles
  • 2015 – 90,729 miles
  • 2014 – 89,039 miles
  • 2013 – 87,232 miles
  • 2012 – 85,020 miles
  • 2011 – 80,616 miles
  • 2010 – 76,949 miles
  • 2009 – 72,312 miles
  • 2008 – 67,961 miles
  • 2007 – 64,477 miles
  • 2006 – 60,446 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,383 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front body mount bush slightly wornRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively when handbrake applied (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front body mount bushes slightly wornRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush both (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush both (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Coolant leak pipes corroded / clips corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front body mount bushes slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front arch corroding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 13 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,383 miles (+2)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2027
    Odometer
    97,383 miles
    Test number
    441108689678
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front body mount bush slightly worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively when handbrake applied (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front body mount bushes slightly worn
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail97,381 miles (+62)2 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,381 miles
    Test number
    831287526769
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding when handbrake applied (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front body mount bush slightly worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively when handbrake applied (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front body mount bushes slightly worn
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass97,319 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2026
    Odometer
    97,319 miles
    Test number
    637779361386
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak pipes corroded / clips corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront body mount bushes slightly worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail97,319 miles (+44)1 dangerous6 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,319 miles
    Test number
    841425210517
    • DangerousOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced under sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak pipes corroded / clips corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront body mount bushes slightly worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass97,275 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2025
    Odometer
    97,275 miles
    Test number
    461047416858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail97,255 miles (+143)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,255 miles
    Test number
    144726930741
    • MajorNearside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside covered in underseal

  7. Pass97,112 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    97,112 miles
    Test number
    617640508922
    • AdvisoryNearside Front arch corroding

  8. Fail97,093 miles (+336)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,093 miles
    Test number
    622376301826
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outer sill, underneath drivers seat frame mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front arch corroding

  9. Pass96,757 miles (+599)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    96,757 miles
    Test number
    196905351290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass96,158 miles (+97)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    96,158 miles
    Test number
    529753602678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass96,061 miles (+310)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    96,061 miles
    Test number
    971426203666

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass95,751 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    95,751 miles
    Test number
    637768454871

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail95,751 miles (+685)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,751 miles
    Test number
    259594776127
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))

  14. Pass95,066 miles (+1,058)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    95,066 miles
    Test number
    106773482622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass94,008 miles (+1,809)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    94,008 miles
    Test number
    531489326993

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass92,199 miles (+1,470)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    92,199 miles
    Test number
    452060603031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass90,729 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    90,729 miles
    Test number
    986431275001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail90,719 miles (+1,680)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,719 miles
    Test number
    339270975090
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass89,039 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    89,039 miles
    Test number
    407359864079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail89,034 miles (+1,802)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,034 miles
    Test number
    916069264050
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass87,232 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    87,232 miles
    Test number
    999822673012
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  22. Fail87,227 miles (+2,207)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,227 miles
    Test number
    167691273071
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  23. Pass85,020 miles (+4,404)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    85,020 miles
    Test number
    509672572078
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  24. Pass80,616 miles (+3,667)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    80,616 miles
    Test number
    267816061087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail76,949 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,949 miles
    Test number
    111070070090
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  26. Pass76,949 miles (+4,637)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    76,949 miles
    Test number
    390940970049
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  27. Pass72,312 miles (+4,351)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    72,312 miles
    Test number
    131370279430
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass67,961 miles (+3,484)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    67,961 miles
    Test number
    741744178090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass64,477 miles (+4,031)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    64,477 miles
    Test number
    962822877030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass60,446 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    60,446 miles
    Test number
    522112776072
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated synthetic bush (2.4.G.2)

Questions about P523 AEC

Does P523 AEC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P523 AEC is valid until 8 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on P523 AEC?
The MOT on P523 AEC is valid until 8 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P523 AEC done?
P523 AEC was recorded at 97,383 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2026, an average of 1,835 miles a year.
Has P523 AEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P523 AEC has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on P523 AEC 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 P523 AEC find?
P523 AEC passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with 11 advisories: coolant leak; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 8 more.

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