2008 Toyota Hilux 3.0L Diesel · DN08 DPY

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in February 2026 at 137,025 miles resulted in a pass despite flagging a severely deteriorated offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot. This indicates a failure to address rubber components before they reached a critical state of decay, following the clean record seen in the March 2025 test. The mileage pattern is consistent with an 18-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,600 miles per year. There is a notable gap in records between December 2021 and January 2023, during which the vehicle covered only 3,168 miles. Since then, usage has increased, with over 20,000 miles covered in the three years between early 2023 and early 2026. This increased activity suggests the vehicle is currently being used more frequently, which accelerates the rate of wear on suspension bushings and braking components despite the relatively low lifetime mileage. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front steering and braking systems. The 2024 test identified slight play in both nearside and offside front track rod end ball joints alongside a binding nearside rear brake. While these did not cause a failure, they suggest the beginning of mechanical play and potential caliper sticking. The recent CV boot failure requires immediate inspection for grease leakage and internal joint damage, which would lead to a more expensive drivetrain failure if ignored. Given the age of the Hilux, the chassis should also be checked for structural corrosion, particularly around the mounting points, as the MOT record does not detail the current integrity of the frame.