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Toyota Hilux

White · Diesel · 1998 · 2,446 cc

S79 XHLMOT history

S79 XHL is a white diesel Toyota Hilux first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 5 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 147,491 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Feb 2027
Mileage
147,491 mi
At MOT on 6 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,138 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S79 XHL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Hilux
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,446 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S79 XHL was last recorded at 147,491 miles on 6 Feb 2026, 27,210 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,281 miles · 10 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
27,210 miles
Average per year
4,138 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,491 miles
  • 2024 – 120,281 miles
  • 2023 – 111,544 miles
  • 2022 – 111,277 miles
  • 2021 – 110,514 miles
  • 2020 – 109,417 miles
  • 2019 – 108,833 miles
  • 2018 – 108,184 miles
  • 2017 – 106,612 miles
  • 2016 – 104,474 miles
  • 2015 – 103,004 miles
  • 2014 – 101,083 miles
  • 2013 – 99,236 miles
  • 2012 – 96,272 miles
  • 2011 – 93,598 miles
  • 2010 – 90,975 miles
  • 2009 – 86,889 miles
  • 2008 – 80,094 miles
  • 2007 – 73,187 miles
  • 2006 – 67,758 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,491 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

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 Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2014

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

28 tests since 31 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,491 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    147,491 miles
    Test number
    471747657213
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail147,491 miles (+27,210)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,491 miles
    Test number
    132489556944
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass120,281 miles (+8,737)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    120,281 miles
    Test number
    124039438208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass111,544 miles (+8)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    111,544 miles
    Test number
    158426689669
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge STRONG ADVISE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Reverse light inop
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge STRONG ADVISE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Fail111,536 miles (+259)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,536 miles
    Test number
    802504293869
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge STRONG ADVISE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Reverse light inop
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge STRONG ADVISE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Pass111,277 miles (+763)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    111,277 miles
    Test number
    799452815406
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tail lamp lens cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre is 14 years old
    • AdvisoryNearside reverse lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside front indicator / position lamp insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre is 14 years old

  7. Pass110,514 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    110,514 miles
    Test number
    663989212170
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm remaining / advise replacement (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm remaining / advise replacement (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail110,507 miles (+1,090)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,507 miles
    Test number
    543964806616
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill holed and corroded / within 30cm of body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm remaining / advise replacement (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm remaining / advise replacement (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm remaining / advise replacement (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear suspension bump stop missing

  9. Pass109,417 miles (+584)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    109,417 miles
    Test number
    606079175283
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm remaining and bald outer shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light cluster lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm remaining and bald outer shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake imbalance 40% plus / advise strip, clean and adjustment

  10. Pass108,833 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    108,833 miles
    Test number
    341779908189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre slight uneven wear / 3mm remaining (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security corrosion on flatbed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light cluster lens cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security corrosion on flatbed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary belts squeaking / advise replacement
    • AdvisoryCorrosion present underneath vehicle

  11. Fail108,833 miles (+649)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,833 miles
    Test number
    692999176859
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn drop link bush split / deep split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre slight uneven wear / 3mm remaining (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security corrosion on flatbed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light cluster lens cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security corrosion on flatbed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary belts squeaking / advise replacement
    • AdvisoryCorrosion present underneath vehicle

  12. Pass108,184 miles (+1,572)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    108,184 miles
    Test number
    958980519842
    • AdvisoryRear slight corrosion to rear exhaust silencer

  13. Pass106,612 miles (+2,138)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    106,612 miles
    Test number
    874616585372
    • AdvisoryAdvise air filter housing insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass104,474 miles (+1,470)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    104,474 miles
    Test number
    403060306262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre box corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside rear bed floor holed and corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear bed floor holed and corroded

  15. Pass103,004 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    103,004 miles
    Test number
    872833140110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside tail lamp lense cracked

  16. Fail103,004 miles (+1,921)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,004 miles
    Test number
    530845582439
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside tail lamp lense cracked

  17. Pass101,083 miles (+1,847)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    101,083 miles
    Test number
    195232304339
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteNearside tail lamp lense cracked

  18. Pass99,236 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    99,236 miles
    Test number
    646941993245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisorySteering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

  19. Fail99,236 miles (+2,964)1 failure1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,236 miles
    Test number
    478240693209
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisorySteering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

  20. Pass96,272 miles (+2,674)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    96,272 miles
    Test number
    415007992254
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  21. Pass93,598 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    93,598 miles
    Test number
    115644501342
    • NoteFRONT NO. PLATE REPLACE
    • NoteLOAD SENSING VALVE
    • NoteSECURE....N/S FRONT LAMP
    • NoteSLIGHT WEAR TO O/S REAR SPRING SHACKLE.....RAER MOUNTING

  22. Fail93,598 miles (+2,623)2 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,598 miles
    Test number
    489704201465
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteFRONT NO. PLATE REPLACE
    • NoteLOAD SENSING VALVE
    • NoteSECURE....N/S FRONT LAMP
    • NoteSLIGHT WEAR TO O/S REAR SPRING SHACKLE.....RAER MOUNTING

  23. Pass90,975 miles (+4,086)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    90,975 miles
    Test number
    230037880290
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteFront number plate water marked
    • NoteRear number plate cracked

  24. Pass86,889 miles (+6,795)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    86,889 miles
    Test number
    131523309373
    • NoteBoth rear shocker bushes cracking
    • NoteFront noplate water marked
    • NoteOffside rear leaf spring bush worn
    • NoteRear noplate cracked

  25. Pass80,094 miles (+5)6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    80,094 miles
    Test number
    594641998290
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCrack N/S/R lamp lens
    • NoteFront suspension has marginal clearance between bump stop
    • NoteO/S sun visor damaged/faulty -slightly obscured view through screen
    • NoteO/S/R back plate rubber plug missing

  26. Fail80,089 miles (+6,902)1 failure6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,089 miles
    Test number
    941074088207
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCrack N/S/R lamp lens
    • NoteFront suspension has marginal clearance between bump stop
    • NoteO/S sun visor damaged/faulty -slightly obscured view through screen
    • NoteO/S/R back plate rubber plug missing

  27. Pass73,187 miles (+5,429)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    73,187 miles
    Test number
    754823607361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass67,758 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    67,758 miles
    Test number
    891834806319
    • NoteBoth front upper shocker bushes cracking
    • NoteFront anit roll link bar bushes cracking
    • NoteFront brake discs worn

Questions about S79 XHL

Does S79 XHL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S79 XHL is valid until 5 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S79 XHL?
The MOT on S79 XHL is valid until 5 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S79 XHL done?
S79 XHL was recorded at 147,491 miles at its MOT on 6 Feb 2026, an average of 4,138 miles a year.
Has S79 XHL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S79 XHL has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on S79 XHL 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 S79 XHL find?
S79 XHL passed its latest MOT on 6 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive; play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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