2018 Toyota Hilux 2.4L Diesel · HF18 LHH

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a persistent failure to address specific suspension and steering defects. The most recent test in May 2025 at 76,495 miles passed with advisories for a misting offside rear shock absorber and a nail in the nearside rear tyre. While the vehicle has passed consecutive tests since the 2022 failure, the recurrence of the shock absorber issue across four years suggests a reactive rather than preventative approach to minor mechanical component wear. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,500 miles per year. There is a steady progression of roughly 11,000 miles between the 2023 and 2024 tests, and another 11,118 miles between June 2024 and 2025. This regular usage indicates the vehicle is used consistently, which is generally beneficial for preventing seals from drying out, though the cumulative mileage places standard stress on the heavy-duty suspension and drivetrain components noted in the history. A buyer must scrutinise the steering assembly and front end components. The record previously flagged free play in the steering rack inner joints and a severely deteriorated CV boot in April 2022. While these may have been rectified to pass the test, the buyer should check for any remaining steering wander or grease leakage from the drive boots. Additionally, the offside rear shock absorber has been misting since at least 2022; an inspection is required to determine if the leak has progressed to a point of failure that would compromise vehicle handling.