2020 Toyota Tacoma 3.5L Petrol · AJ69 RFO

The Toyota Tacoma presents a stable roadworthiness profile overall, though the most recent MOT activity in March 2025 reveals a minor but notable slip in basic maintenance discipline. The vehicle passed its annual test on the same day it initially failed, indicating the previous owner addressed the immediate defect promptly. The maintenance trend over the full record is largely stable, with two consecutive clean passes in 2023 and 2024 at 24,925 and 35,295 miles respectively, followed by tyre-related defects surfacing in 2025 at 43,735 miles. This suggests mechanical integrity has been sound, but consumable upkeep was briefly neglected ahead of the most recent test. The mileage progression tells a consistent story. Between the March 2023 test at 24,925 miles and the February 2024 test at 35,295 miles, the vehicle covered 10,370 miles in just under twelve months. That then slowed to 8,440 miles over the following thirteen months leading to March 2025. Both figures sit comfortably within the typical annual range for a vehicle of this age and type. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden spikes in accumulation that would raise concerns about odometer tampering or prolonged standing. The record is clean and well-spaced, covering roughly three years of documented use. The only recurring theme in the defect history is tyre condition. The March 2025 failure flagged a deep cut in the offside front tyre reaching the ply or cords, alongside a nearside front tyre worn close to the legal limit and worn on edge. The same nearside front tyre advisory appeared in the subsequent pass on the same day, meaning the replacement tyre fitted for the retest was on the offside, while the nearside remained borderline. A prospective buyer should inspect both front tyres carefully for uneven wear patterns, sidewall damage, and remaining tread depth. Edge wear on the nearside front specifically suggests possible tracking or alignment drift that has not yet been corrected, so a four-wheel alignment check is advisable. Beyond tyres, the absence of any suspension, braking, or structural advisories across four tests is reassuring, though a physical underbody inspection for corrosion and suspension bush condition remains prudent given the vehicle's age and typical use case.