2022 Toyota Proace 2.0L Diesel · HJ22 FPP

A pattern of progressive wear and minor safety defects defines this Proace – front tyre tread is already at the legal limit, a rear tyre bears a cut, brake pads and discs are flagged as close to failure, an oil leak is noted, and the nearside headlamp failed both to illuminate and to aim correctly. Despite these issues the vehicle cleared its most recent MOT on 16 July 2026 with no recorded failures, indicating that the defects were either remedied or deemed non‑critical at the time of testing, but the recurrence of similar advisories over the past year points to a trajectory of increasing component wear. At 51,800 mi for a four‑year‑old van the annual average sits around 13 000 mi, which is above the typical usage rate for a light commercial vehicle. The mileage record shows no large gaps between tests, suggesting the vehicle has been driven consistently rather than stored for extended periods. This higher‑than‑average mileage accelerates the wear cycle on consumables such as tyres, brake pads, discs and engine seals, meaning those items are likely to reach the end of their service life sooner than on a lower‑mileage counterpart. Prospective buyers should inspect the tyre condition closely: the front tyres are reported as worn to the legal limit and the rear tyre has a cut; feel for side‑wall bulges, listen for thumping or vibration at higher speeds, and verify that the tyres are free from embedded nails or other foreign objects. The oil leak flagged in May 2026, although described as not excessive, warrants a visual check for fresh oil stains around the valve cover, oil pan and under the vehicle, and a pressure test of the oil system to ensure the leak does not worsen. The nearside headlamp requires both a new bulb and proper alignment; a quick functional test of the dipped beam and a visual check of the beam pattern will confirm whether the aim is within legal limits. Brake wear is the most pressing safety concern: both front and rear pads were recorded as thin on the 30 April 2025 test, and the front discs were noted as worn. During a test drive, the buyer should press the brake pedal firmly and note any pulsation, excessive pedal travel or squealing, which would indicate that pads are near the end of their service life or that discs are approaching the minimum thickness. Given the age and mileage, budgeting for a full brake service – replacement of pads on all wheels and resurfacing or replacement of the front discs – is prudent before committing to purchase. Addressing the tyre set, oil leak and headlamp, then re‑testing, will bring the vehicle back to a robust road‑worthy state.