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Toyota Hilux

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 2,446 cc

Y278 MPUMOT history

Y278 MPU is a red diesel Toyota Hilux first used on 1 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 23 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 141,935 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2025.

Y278 MPU red Toyota Hilux – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Toyota Hilux, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Dec 2026
Mileage
141,935 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2025
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,149 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y278 MPU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Hilux
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,446 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y278 MPU was last recorded at 141,935 miles on 8 Dec 2025, 6,076 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,859 miles · 21 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
6,076 miles
Average per year
5,149 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 141,935 miles
  • 2024 – 135,859 miles
  • 2023 – 129,845 miles
  • 2022 – 124,617 miles
  • 2021 – 119,047 miles
  • 2020 – 114,929 miles
  • 2019 – 106,235 miles
  • 2018 – 98,830 miles
  • 2017 – 93,291 miles
  • 2016 – 90,391 miles
  • 2015 – 89,546 miles
  • 2014 – 85,389 miles
  • 2013 – 81,376 miles
  • 2012 – 68,350 miles
  • 2011 – 57,535 miles
  • 2010 – 51,995 miles
  • 2009 – 50,237 miles
  • 2008 – 48,392 miles
  • 2007 – 44,762 miles
  • 2006 – 40,708 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,935 miles
  • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryCentral Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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 Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 12 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,935 miles (+6,076)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    141,935 miles
    Test number
    560665507046
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass135,859 miles (+6,014)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    135,859 miles
    Test number
    306214798624
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass129,845 miles (+86)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    129,845 miles
    Test number
    754107053525
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail129,759 miles (+5,142)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,759 miles
    Test number
    264721156897
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Leaf spring shackle pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Leaf spring shackle pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass124,617 miles (+5,570)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    124,617 miles
    Test number
    968674493053
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass119,047 miles (+4,118)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    119,047 miles
    Test number
    472201483911
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass114,929 miles (+8,694)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    114,929 miles
    Test number
    729889355008
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (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))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass106,235 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    106,235 miles
    Test number
    150894524516
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail106,235 miles (+7,405)1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,235 miles
    Test number
    754648565662
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass98,830 miles (+88)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    98,830 miles
    Test number
    432729234842
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect offside front (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail98,742 miles (+5,451)2 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,742 miles
    Test number
    409537231006
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect offside front (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass93,291 miles (+2,900)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    93,291 miles
    Test number
    168927794294
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre starting to crack on side walls
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass90,391 miles (+845)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    90,391 miles
    Test number
    272388587220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass89,546 miles (+4,157)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    89,546 miles
    Test number
    947197610099
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass85,389 miles (+4,013)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    85,389 miles
    Test number
    436999934480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass81,376 miles (+13,026)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    81,376 miles
    Test number
    395713833323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass68,350 miles (+10,815)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    68,350 miles
    Test number
    499038242355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass57,535 miles (+5,540)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    57,535 miles
    Test number
    198000541372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass51,995 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    51,995 miles
    Test number
    651576950367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail51,995 miles (+1,758)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,995 miles
    Test number
    934576150327
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass50,237 miles (+1,845)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    50,237 miles
    Test number
    494191449362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass48,392 miles (+3,630)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    48,392 miles
    Test number
    434759858317
    • NoteNail in n/s/r tyre

  23. Pass44,762 miles (+4,054)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    44,762 miles
    Test number
    161393797013
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  24. Pass40,708 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    40,708 miles
    Test number
    372212106145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y278 MPU

Does Y278 MPU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y278 MPU is valid until 23 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y278 MPU?
The MOT on Y278 MPU is valid until 23 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y278 MPU done?
Y278 MPU was recorded at 141,935 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2025, an average of 5,149 miles a year.
Has Y278 MPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y278 MPU has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on Y278 MPU 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 Y278 MPU find?
Y278 MPU passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2025 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: offside headlamp reflector slightly defective; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; central vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 4 more.

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