2021 Toyota Hilux Active D-4D 4WD S/C 2.4L Diesel · FL71 MKA

The Hilux presents a stable and largely reassuring maintenance trend, with no dangerous or major defects recorded across its two MOT entries. The most recent test on 27 November 2025 at 40,204 miles resulted in a pass, though the tester flagged both front brake discs as worn, albeit not excessively. This advisory is a minor wear item rather than a structural or mechanical failure, and it indicates the vehicle has been used enough to wear consumable components without neglecting core safety systems. The earlier test on 13 December 2024 at 26,833 miles was entirely clean, suggesting the front brake wear developed during the subsequent thirteen months and roughly 13,371 miles of use. There is no evidence of worsening corrosion, suspension deterioration, or recurring faults that would point to systemic neglect. The mileage pattern is consistent and unremarkable for a five-year-old commercial vehicle. The recorded 40,204 miles equates to approximately 8,041 miles per year, which sits squarely within typical annual usage for a working pickup. The gap between the two tests shows a steady accumulation of 13,371 miles over thirteen months, with no suspiciously long stationary periods or sudden spikes that might indicate odometer tampering or extreme short-term use. The data set is sparse, limited to two tests, but both entries align logically with the vehicle's age and recorded distance. A buyer should focus the in-person inspection on the front braking system, given the advisory raised in November 2025. Check the condition of the front brake discs and pads for scoring, lipping, and remaining thickness, and verify that the calipers are not binding or dragging. Inspect the rear brakes and handbrake components for uneven wear, as rear brake issues are a common advisory on Hilux models used for mixed load work. Examine the suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers for play or corrosion, particularly if the vehicle has been used on unladen rural roads. Finally, inspect the chassis and load bed for structural rust or underseal breakdown, as corrosion can develop quietly on double-cab pickups even when the MOT record appears clean.