2015 Toyota Hilux 2.5L Diesel · FD64 YYR

The most recent DVSA examination dated 17 November 2025 resulted in a Pass with no defects recorded, which is the outcome a prospective buyer should take forward as the current roadworthy status. Looking at the broader trend across the recorded MOT history, the picture is mixed rather than cleanly improving. The vehicle has now passed three consecutive tests in 2021, 2023, and 2025, but each of the two most recent passes has been preceded immediately by a failure or advisory-laden examination on the same date or close to it, suggesting that remedial work is being carried out between tests rather than being addressed proactively. The recurring presence of advisories relating to braking components, leaf spring shackle brackets, and minor electrical items indicates a vehicle that is being maintained to a passable standard but is not entirely free of developing wear issues, and a buyer should treat the latest clean pass as a minimum standard rather than evidence of comprehensive mechanical health. Recorded mileage stands at 101,652 miles on an 11 year old vehicle, equating to roughly 9,241 miles per year, which is broadly typical for a working Hilux of this generation and points to a vehicle that has seen consistent rather than extreme use. There are no large gaps in the MOT record that would suggest prolonged standing, and the mileage progression between tests appears steady rather than indicative of either rapid motorway accumulation or low-use neglect. For a diesel pickup of this mileage, consumables such as clutch, dual mass flywheel, turbo actuator, injector balance, and rear diff mounts should be considered as items approaching or within the latter half of their service life, even though none are specifically recorded in MOT data. The combination of average annual mileage and three recent passes indicates a working vehicle that is fundamentally serviceable but should be approached with the expectation of medium-term maintenance rather than as a low-wear example. The advisories recorded on the most recent failed examination carry meaningful mechanical significance and warrant close physical inspection. The offside rear stop lamp failure is a simple electrical item, typically a bulb or connector issue, but it should be verified as fully rectified. More importantly, the front brake pads noted as wearing thin and the front inner brake discs showing pitting and scoring suggest that a brake fluid and pad renewal has either just been performed or is imminently required, and the discs may also need skimming or replacement depending on remaining material; on a test drive, any brake shudder under firm pedal application or a pulsing sensation through the pedal would confirm disc runout. The advisory that the offside rear service brake is binding but not excessively is a classic symptom of a seized caliper slide pin or corroded carrier, common on vehicles of this age and mileage, and the parking brake efficiency advisory reinforces that the rear brake mechanism requires adjustment or attention; buyers should listen for any dragging or dragging sensation from the rear on a test drive and verify that the handbrake holds firmly on an incline without excessive travel. The advisories from the 2024 test relating to damaged nearside and offside rear leaf spring shackle brackets are particularly relevant for a Hilux, as the live rear axle and leaf spring arrangement carries heavy loads and is prone to shackle wear and bracket cracking as the vehicle ages. These should be inspected closely for any progression of cracking, loose mounting bolts, or shimmy behaviour over uneven surfaces, and any clonking noise from the rear over bumps would indicate the bushes or shackles require replacement. The recurring front fog lamp switch fault recorded across the 2022 examinations is a minor electrical issue but worth confirming has been rectified, as persistent switch faults can indicate water ingress into the dashboard area. Beyond the recorded defects, a buyer of an 11 year old commercial-style vehicle with average annual use should conduct a physical inspection covering tyre sidewalls for perishing and cracking given the vehicle's age, brake disc surface corrosion particularly if the vehicle has stood between viewings, the condition and charge state of the 12V battery which typically requires replacement every five to seven years, the age and condition of all fluids including engine oil, brake fluid which is hygroscopic and time-serviced, coolant, and transmission and differential oils, and a careful check underneath for any fluid leaks from the rear axle, transfer box, or engine sump that would not necessarily be flagged at MOT. Verifying full service history stamps and any timing belt or chain replacement records is also essential on a diesel of this age and mileage.