Toyota logo

Toyota Hilux

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,446 cc

T20 TJAMOT history

T20 TJA is a blue diesel Toyota Hilux first used on 26 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 32 MOT tests, with 158,114 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Sept 2027
Mileage
158,114 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2026
MOT tests
32
22 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,531 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for T20 TJA in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
T20 TJA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Hilux
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,446 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T20 TJA was last recorded at 158,114 miles on 4 Sept 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Oct 2007: 62,264 miles, lower than 533,604 miles on 6 Oct 2006.

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
158,112 miles · 2 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
5,531 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,114 miles
  • 2025 – 153,558 miles
  • 2024 – 149,176 miles
  • 2023 – 144,407 miles
  • 2022 – 141,391 miles
  • 2021 – 137,184 miles
  • 2020 – 131,930 miles
  • 2019 – 127,084 miles
  • 2018 – 123,672 miles
  • 2017 – 120,996 miles
  • 2016 – 117,860 miles
  • 2015 – 114,946 miles
  • 2014 – 109,834 miles
  • 2013 – 104,010 miles
  • 2012 – 98,722 miles
  • 2011 – 94,089 miles
  • 2010 – 87,577 miles
  • 2009 – 78,088 miles
  • 2008 – 69,080 miles
  • 2007 – 62,277 miles
  • 2006 – 533,604 miles
  • 2005 – 42,410 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,114 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass158,114 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    158,114 miles
    Test number
    797982206763
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail158,112 miles (+4,554)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,112 miles
    Test number
    294569614880
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass153,558 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    153,558 miles
    Test number
    812686543353
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth side steps hangers rusty

  4. Fail153,557 miles (+4,381)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,557 miles
    Test number
    532367439756
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth side steps hangers rusty

  5. Pass149,176 miles (+4,769)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    149,176 miles
    Test number
    905211514604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass144,407 miles (+3,016)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    144,407 miles
    Test number
    301317645530
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass141,391 miles (+4,207)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    141,391 miles
    Test number
    860768986569
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNo print out on emissions

  8. Pass137,184 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    137,184 miles
    Test number
    558941967608

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail137,184 miles (+5,254)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,184 miles
    Test number
    498546253905
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass131,930 miles (+4,846)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    131,930 miles
    Test number
    435850772779

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass127,084 miles (+3,412)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    127,084 miles
    Test number
    269454558220
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust box outer skin rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass123,672 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    123,672 miles
    Test number
    978172739838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail123,670 miles (+2,674)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,670 miles
    Test number
    719316550186
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Leaf spring shackle pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Leaf spring shackle pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass120,996 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    120,996 miles
    Test number
    628134894243
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides fronts (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin both sides fronts /unable to view fully (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes corroded

  15. Fail120,996 miles (+3,136)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,996 miles
    Test number
    466086188843
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides fronts (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin both sides fronts /unable to view fully (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both sides rears (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  16. Pass117,860 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    117,860 miles
    Test number
    157521666755
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear BRAKES SLIGHTLY BINDING
    • AdvisoryTESTED WET WEATHER

  17. Fail117,860 miles (+2,914)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,860 miles
    Test number
    105633492531
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect aim high (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear BRAKES SLIGHTLY BINDING
    • AdvisoryTESTED WET WEATHER

  18. Pass114,946 miles (+124)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    114,946 miles
    Test number
    347565311706
    • AdvisoryPlay in both front wheel bearings

  19. Fail114,822 miles (+4,988)1 dangerous6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,822 miles
    Test number
    457792399384
    • DangerousNearside Front Steering component damaged and unserviceable idler arm (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  20. Pass109,834 miles (+5,824)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    109,834 miles
    Test number
    749047914313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass104,010 miles (+5,288)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    104,010 miles
    Test number
    398395113332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass98,722 miles (+4,633)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    98,722 miles
    Test number
    646270622364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass94,089 miles (+6,512)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    94,089 miles
    Test number
    555780221300
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass87,577 miles (+179)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    87,577 miles
    Test number
    761090900370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail87,398 miles (+9,310)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,398 miles
    Test number
    213292990281
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  26. Pass78,088 miles (+9,008)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    78,088 miles
    Test number
    624176289278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass69,080 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    69,080 miles
    Test number
    202694088276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail69,037 miles (+6,760)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,037 miles
    Test number
    484642988269
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass62,277 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    62,277 miles
    Test number
    374982587276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail62,264 miles (-471,340)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,264 miles
    Test number
    283058077264
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

  31. Pass533,604 miles (+491,194)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    533,604 miles
    Test number
    320369076400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass42,410 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    42,410 miles
    Test number
    230386375247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T20 TJA

Does T20 TJA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T20 TJA is valid until 23 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T20 TJA?
The MOT on T20 TJA is valid until 23 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T20 TJA done?
T20 TJA was recorded at 158,114 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2026, an average of 5,531 miles a year.
Has T20 TJA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T20 TJA has failed 10 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T20 TJA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Oct 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T20 TJA find?
T20 TJA passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 4 more.

Related registrations

Browse all T20T registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.