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Toyota Hilux

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 2,446 cc

Y294 ECLMOT history

Y294 ECL is a red diesel Toyota Hilux first used on 20 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 4 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 23 MOT tests, with 343,600 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

Y294 ECL red Toyota Hilux – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Toyota Hilux, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Oct 2027
Mileage
343,600 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
21 passed · 2 failed
Per year
11,413 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y294 ECL
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
20 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y294 ECL was last recorded at 343,600 miles on 5 Oct 2026, 10,677 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
332,923 miles · 1 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
10,677 miles
Average per year
11,413 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 343,600 miles
  • 2025 – 332,923 miles
  • 2024 – 322,562 miles
  • 2023 – 310,081 miles
  • 2022 – 299,562 miles
  • 2021 – 288,707 miles
  • 2020 – 277,878 miles
  • 2019 – 266,942 miles
  • 2018 – 255,906 miles
  • 2017 – 243,260 miles
  • 2016 – 229,993 miles
  • 2015 – 218,468 miles
  • 2014 – 206,713 miles
  • 2013 – 195,732 miles
  • 2012 – 184,866 miles
  • 2011 – 173,822 miles
  • 2010 – 161,038 miles
  • 2009 – 149,466 miles
  • 2008 – 139,188 miles
  • 2007 – 126,802 miles
  • 2006 – 113,932 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass343,600 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slightly damaged (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rusted within 30 cm of rear spring front and rear mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security centre chassis rusted and thin (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryCoolant stain on thermostat housing

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front propshaft missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 21 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass343,600 miles (+10,677)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    343,600 miles
    Test number
    795514430237
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slightly damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rusted within 30 cm of rear spring front and rear mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security centre chassis rusted and thin (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant stain on thermostat housing
  2. Pass332,923 miles (+10,361)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    332,923 miles
    Test number
    958694696480
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive on engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both rear brake drum back plates starting to get corroded
  3. Pass322,562 miles (+12,481)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    322,562 miles
    Test number
    548686054686
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust flange rusted/weak
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front slightly worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  4. Pass310,081 miles (+10,519)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    310,081 miles
    Test number
    287646491403
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lift in both front lower ball joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both have deep cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  5. Pass299,562 miles (+10,855)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    299,562 miles
    Test number
    639498905322
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear propshaft rear u/j very slight play (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  6. Pass288,707 miles (+10,829)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    288,707 miles
    Test number
    322128093062
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  7. Pass277,878 miles (+411)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    277,878 miles
    Test number
    250517886392
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose secured with tape (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing holed at bottom
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  8. Fail277,467 miles (+10,525)2 dangerous3 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    277,467 miles
    Test number
    994219048525
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake load sensing valve inoperative and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired bracket to linkage broken (1.1.17 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged held in by tape, secure (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn low on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner sill holed
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced 3 small holes (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced behind cab (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront propshaft missing
    • AdvisoryMain parking brake cable stiff
  9. Pass266,942 miles (+11,036)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    266,942 miles
    Test number
    621004414840
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre stone deep in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement worn near limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass255,906 miles (+12,646)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    255,906 miles
    Test number
    572820991403
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass243,260 miles (+13,267)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    243,260 miles
    Test number
    513530681640
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront propshaft missing
    • AdvisoryParking brakes imbalanced
    • AdvisorySlight play in rear propshaft rear u/j
  12. Pass229,993 miles (+182)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    229,993 miles
    Test number
    312470665091
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFanbelt noisey
    • AdvisoryFront propshaft rear u/j worn
    • AdvisoryScrew in nearside rear tyre outer corner
  13. Fail229,811 miles (+11,343)5 failures12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,811 miles
    Test number
    574385793841
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureBrake pivot has restricted free movement both clevis pins at backplates (3.5.1k)
    • FailureBrake pivot has restricted free movement parking brake pivot in centre of rear axle (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. parking brakes (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat belt stalk sticky
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint worn near limit (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear parking brake lower reading
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryFanbelt noisey
    • AdvisoryFront propshaft rear u/j worn
    • AdvisoryScrew in nearside rear tyre outer corner
  14. Pass218,468 miles (+11,755)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    218,468 miles
    Test number
    853272302723
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both worn low on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement all 4 rear (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryCuts in all 4 tyres tread
    • AdvisoryPlay in rear propshaft rear u/j
  15. Pass206,713 miles (+10,981)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    206,713 miles
    Test number
    309831364287
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteBoth front inner sills getting rusty
    • NoteDeep cut in nearside front tyre
    • NoteFront propshaft rear u/j slight play
    • NoteRear propshaft rear u/j slight play
  16. Pass195,732 miles (+10,866)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    195,732 miles
    Test number
    519506653257
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  17. Pass184,866 miles (+11,044)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    184,866 miles
    Test number
    299194052296
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  18. Pass173,822 miles (+12,784)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    173,822 miles
    Test number
    396727451424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass161,038 miles (+11,572)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    161,038 miles
    Test number
    760844650268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass149,466 miles (+10,278)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    149,466 miles
    Test number
    770537339259
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  21. Pass139,188 miles (+12,386)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    139,188 miles
    Test number
    870026538289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass126,802 miles (+12,870)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    126,802 miles
    Test number
    241435137264
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  23. Pass113,932 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    113,932 miles
    Test number
    404933136229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y294 ECL

Does Y294 ECL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y294 ECL is valid until 4 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y294 ECL?
The MOT on Y294 ECL is valid until 4 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y294 ECL done?
Y294 ECL was recorded at 343,600 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2026, an average of 11,413 miles a year.
Has Y294 ECL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y294 ECL has failed 2 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on Y294 ECL 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 Y294 ECL find?
Y294 ECL passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside front inner track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; front brake disc worn, but not excessively both; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slightly damaged, and 5 more.

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