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Toyota Hilux

Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 2,446 cc

T257 SFLMOT history

T257 SFL is a grey diesel Toyota Hilux first used on 28 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 97,820 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Aug 2027
Mileage
97,820 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,797 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T257 SFL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Hilux
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,446 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T257 SFL was last recorded at 97,820 miles on 20 Aug 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,820 miles · 19 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,797 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,820 miles
  • 2025 – 96,293 miles
  • 2024 – 94,177 miles
  • 2023 – 92,552 miles
  • 2022 – 89,127 miles
  • 2021 – 85,663 miles
  • 2020 – 83,348 miles
  • 2019 – 80,958 miles
  • 2018 – 78,859 miles
  • 2017 – 77,112 miles
  • 2016 – 74,981 miles
  • 2015 – 72,561 miles
  • 2014 – 69,368 miles
  • 2013 – 67,926 miles
  • 2012 – 65,593 miles
  • 2011 – 64,438 miles
  • 2010 – 62,180 miles
  • 2009 – 56,419 miles
  • 2008 – 52,157 miles
  • 2007 – 46,622 miles
  • 2006 – 41,132 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,820 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Slight play in front wheel bearings

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2011

Full MOT history

26 tests since 15 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,820 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    97,820 miles
    Test number
    839379844276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail97,820 miles (+1,527)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,820 miles
    Test number
    176790735298
    • MajorNearside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass96,293 miles (+2,116)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    96,293 miles
    Test number
    599463995889
    • MinorNearside Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Close To Excessive (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Close To Excessive (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass94,177 miles (+1,625)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    94,177 miles
    Test number
    490146707437
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Glass Cracked (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All Covered in Grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower 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. Pass92,552 miles (+3,425)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    92,552 miles
    Test number
    453388852446
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Covered in Grease and Dirt - All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At join to Centre Silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass89,127 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    89,127 miles
    Test number
    369366970632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail89,127 miles (+3,464)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,127 miles
    Test number
    514791467420
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass85,663 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    85,663 miles
    Test number
    535688222410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail85,631 miles (+2,283)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,631 miles
    Test number
    357822493821
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNo effort to rear service brake
    • AdvisoryRear spring rear bushes close to excessively worn

  10. Pass83,348 miles (+2,390)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    83,348 miles
    Test number
    602856666438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass80,958 miles (+2,099)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    80,958 miles
    Test number
    799412846213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass78,859 miles (+1,747)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    78,859 miles
    Test number
    229521131248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass77,112 miles (+2,131)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    77,112 miles
    Test number
    287746784799
    • AdvisorySlight deteriation to tyre sidewalls
    • AdvisorySlight play in front suspension joints
    • AdvisorySlight play in front wheel bearings

  14. Pass74,981 miles (+2,420)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    74,981 miles
    Test number
    125263223479
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve defective but function not impaired (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryN/s front tyre perishing on sidewall
    • AdvisorySlight play in front lower arm joints
    • AdvisorySlight play in front wheel bearings

  15. Pass72,561 miles (+3,193)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    72,561 miles
    Test number
    513546548414
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Load-valve not smooth in operation but does operate. May require some service attention.
    • AdvisorySlight play in front hub bearings

  16. Pass69,368 miles (+1,442)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    69,368 miles
    Test number
    985467514214
    • NoteRear spring front bushes worn o/s & n/s

  17. Pass67,926 miles (+2,333)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    67,926 miles
    Test number
    778659423276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass65,593 miles (+1,155)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    65,593 miles
    Test number
    648877432131
    • NoteClutch slave cylinder bellows not fitted
    • NoteSlight exhaust leak at middle joint
    • NoteVery slight play in offside front lower balljoint

  19. Fail64,438 miles3 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,438 miles
    Test number
    477394451170
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight play in nearside front hub

  20. Pass64,438 miles (+2,258)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    64,438 miles
    Test number
    747014851175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight play in nearside front hub

  21. Pass62,180 miles (+5,761)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    62,180 miles
    Test number
    543495640114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass56,419 miles (+4,262)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    56,419 miles
    Test number
    893122359187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass52,157 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    52,157 miles
    Test number
    862454458198
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  24. Fail52,156 miles (+5,534)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,156 miles
    Test number
    562994758182
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass46,622 miles (+5,490)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    46,622 miles
    Test number
    813581137157
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

  26. Pass41,132 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    41,132 miles
    Test number
    733085136170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T257 SFL

Does T257 SFL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T257 SFL is valid until 26 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T257 SFL?
The MOT on T257 SFL is valid until 26 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T257 SFL done?
T257 SFL was recorded at 97,820 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2026, an average of 2,797 miles a year.
Has T257 SFL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T257 SFL has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T257 SFL 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 T257 SFL find?
T257 SFL passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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