2008 Toyota Hiace 2.5L Diesel · DG08 GYK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend regarding mechanical wear components. While it passed its most recent test in April 2026 at 104,462 miles, this followed a failure just one day prior. The transition from a failed hydraulic leak on the offside rear brake pipe to a pass suggests the immediate safety fault was rectified, yet the continued presence of thin front brake pads and deteriorating wheel bearings indicates that the owner is reacting only to MOT failures rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 18 years old, the recorded mileage of 104,462 miles represents a low annual average of approximately 5,800 miles per year. However, the data shows a significant spike in usage between May 2024 and April 2025, where the vehicle covered over 10,000 miles in just eleven months. This recent increase in activity likely accelerated the wear patterns observed on the suspension and braking system, as evidenced by the progression of wheel bearing faults and tyre tread issues noted across the last two testing cycles. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension, as the offside front wheel bearing has been flagged for excessive play since 2025 and remains noted as noisy in the 2026 record. The front brake pads require immediate replacement, and the offside rear brake pipe should be inspected for signs of corrosion to ensure the previous leak was not caused by systemic decay. Given the age of the Hiace and the low mileage, a detailed check for structural rust on the chassis and underside is essential to ensure the low usage has not masked significant environmental degradation.