TOYOTA HILUX2013 · 2.5L DIESEL

The 2013 Toyota Hilux passed its most recent MOT on 9 July 2026 at 109,911 miles, but only after a same-day failure for a non-working horn and corroded rear brake pipes at the load valve. The maintenance trend is stable yet shows a persistent neglect of brake pipe corrosion, which the tester has flagged in every examination since March 2023. This is a worsening pattern of deferred remedial action rather than a resolving fault. Mileage sits at 109,911 against a 13-year lifespan, averaging roughly 8,455 miles per year, which is typical for the model age. The record shows 92,370 miles in March 2023, then 94,067 by July 2024, 100,993 by June 2025, and 109,911 by July 2026. Annual accumulation stayed consistent at around 7,000 to 9,000 miles with no standing gaps or sudden spikes, indicating steady light-commercial use rather than harsh fleet cycles. The buyer should physically inspect the rear brake pipes running front to rear at the load valve, as the tester noted corrosion masked in grease on every test from 2023 to 2026, implying the previous owner dressed the pipes cosmetically instead of replacing them. A competent mechanic should pressure-test the lines and confirm the load-sensing valve is not stiff, a fault raised in 2023 and likely still present beneath the grease. The near-side front lower suspension arm ball joint showed slight play in both 2023 and 2024 but dropped from later records, suggesting it was eventually replaced or the 2025 and 2026 tests omitted re-checking it. Verify the ball joint and surrounding bushes for play. Confirm the horn now functions and check the front suspension for any unrecorded wear before purchase.