2002 Toyota Hilux 2.5L Diesel · FP52 PNE

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT, but the mechanical history reveals a worsening trend regarding structural integrity. While it passed the latest test in April 2026 at 186,294 miles, this followed a significant failure just two weeks prior. The April 2026 failure identified excessive corrosion on both the nearside and offside vehicle structures that seriously affected their strength near body mounting points. Although the subsequent pass noted the offside rear integral remains corroded without reducing rigidity, the progression from structural failure to marginal pass indicates active rust decay. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,700 miles per year. The record shows steady usage, moving from 175,831 miles in April 2023 to 186,294 miles in 2026. This consistent accumulation suggests the vehicle has been used regularly rather than sitting for long periods, which often helps prevent internal components from seizing. However, the high cumulative mileage combined with the age of the Hilux places significant stress on the aging drivetrain and braking components. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and suspension mounting points, as corrosion has been a recurring advisory since 2024. The braking system shows a long history of neglect, having only just met efficiency requirements in 2023, 2024, and 2025 before finally failing for an inoperative parking brake and low efficiency in 2026. The prop shaft centre bearing was also flagged as excessively worn in the recent failure, requiring verification that this and other mechanical repairs were performed correctly. Given the persistent structural issues, the vehicle is likely nearing the end of its economically viable life if the rust is not treated.