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Toyota Hilux

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,446 cc

T948 KCJMOT history

T948 KCJ is a blue diesel Toyota Hilux first used on 21 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 24 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 187,886 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Sept 2027
Mileage
187,886 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,044 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T948 KCJ
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
21 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T948 KCJ was last recorded at 187,886 miles on 25 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 Feb 2009: 12,505 miles, lower than 117,821 miles on 6 Feb 2008.

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
187,886 miles · 29 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,044 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 187,886 miles
  • 2025 – 185,519 miles
  • 2024 – 179,496 miles
  • 2023 – 174,321 miles
  • 2022 – 172,381 miles
  • 2021 – 169,506 miles
  • 2020 – 167,476 miles
  • 2019 – 164,397 miles
  • 2018 – 161,165 miles
  • 2017 – 158,742 miles
  • 2016 – 155,373 miles
  • 2015 – 151,989 miles
  • 2014 – 149,015 miles
  • 2013 – 145,869 miles
  • 2012 – 136,335 miles
  • 2011 – 130,234 miles
  • 2010 – 125,165 miles
  • 2009 – 12,505 miles
  • 2008 – 117,821 miles
  • 2006 – 106,883 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass187,886 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front o/s/f outer sill area corroded
  • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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 Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively front joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass187,886 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    187,886 miles
    Test number
    642307293361
    • AdvisoryOffside Front o/s/f outer sill area corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail187,886 miles (+2,367)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,886 miles
    Test number
    517691497920
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  3. Pass185,519 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    185,519 miles
    Test number
    823831072338
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail185,519 miles (+6,023)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,519 miles
    Test number
    854000216992
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass179,496 miles (+10)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    179,496 miles
    Test number
    465051634763
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper 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 Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively front joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  6. Fail179,486 miles (+5,165)1 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,486 miles
    Test number
    291973723412
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake load sensing valve inoperative and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front spring hanger area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring hanger area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively front joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  7. Pass174,321 miles (+1,940)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    174,321 miles
    Test number
    742230565794
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass172,381 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    172,381 miles
    Test number
    768658311106
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  9. Fail172,381 miles (+2,875)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,381 miles
    Test number
    789132365286
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  10. Pass169,506 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    169,506 miles
    Test number
    738575636927
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  11. Fail169,506 miles (+2,030)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,506 miles
    Test number
    369642071550
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass167,476 miles (+3,079)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    167,476 miles
    Test number
    259349357528
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  13. Pass164,397 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    164,397 miles
    Test number
    719111474009
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  14. Fail164,393 miles (+3,228)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,393 miles
    Test number
    126317805843
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  15. Pass161,165 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    161,165 miles
    Test number
    332178558770
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Fail161,165 miles (+2,423)1 repaired11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,165 miles
    Test number
    880635254430
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  17. Pass158,742 miles (+3,369)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    158,742 miles
    Test number
    139256165237
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront bumper corroded and holed offside
    • AdvisoryParking brake pivot lever partially seized at rear but not affecting operation

  18. Pass155,373 miles (+3,384)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    155,373 miles
    Test number
    830953610021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass151,989 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2016
    Odometer
    151,989 miles
    Test number
    155703745173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail151,960 miles (+2,945)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,960 miles
    Test number
    916338035172
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

  21. Pass149,015 miles (+3,146)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2015
    Odometer
    149,015 miles
    Test number
    886326534117
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

  22. Pass145,869 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2014
    Odometer
    145,869 miles
    Test number
    948390643134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail145,869 miles (+9,534)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,869 miles
    Test number
    276395433428
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake valve leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass136,335 miles (+6,101)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2013
    Odometer
    136,335 miles
    Test number
    108333522137
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on outside edge

  25. Pass130,234 miles (+5,069)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    130,234 miles
    Test number
    296340941161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass125,165 miles (+112,660)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    125,165 miles
    Test number
    144608210039
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  27. Fail12,505 miles (-105,316)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,505 miles
    Test number
    734515359042
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  28. Pass117,821 miles (+10,938)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    117,821 miles
    Test number
    351426238037
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  29. Pass106,883 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    106,883 miles
    Test number
    553856956240
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Questions about T948 KCJ

Does T948 KCJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T948 KCJ is valid until 24 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T948 KCJ?
The MOT on T948 KCJ is valid until 24 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T948 KCJ done?
T948 KCJ was recorded at 187,886 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2026, an average of 4,044 miles a year.
Has T948 KCJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T948 KCJ has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T948 KCJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 24 Feb 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T948 KCJ find?
T948 KCJ passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: offside front o/s/f outer sill area corroded; rear prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively; vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear chassis.

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