2003 Toyota Hiace 2.4L Diesel · KC03 OPB

The 2023-08-08 MOT for the 2003 Toyota Hiace passed with recorded mileage of 124,394 miles. Key issues included corroded suspension component mounting areas and vehicle structure corrosion, though neither was deemed critical to structural integrity. Advisories for undersealing were repeated, indicating ongoing vulnerability to environmental damage. A recurring pattern of corrosion in suspension mounting points and vehicle structure is evident from 2021 to 2023. Issues like corroded front suspension arm mountings, rear suspension arm corrosion, and structural repairs were documented in multiple MOTs. While some repairs were noted (e.g., chassis repairs in 2022), the persistence of corrosion advisories suggests incomplete resolution or continued exposure to harsh conditions. The trend shows no clear improvement. Corrosion and suspension wear remained consistent across MOTs, with the 2023 test reiterating similar issues. A 2022 failed MOT highlighted a severely corroded fuel tank strap and worn suspension components, which were later addressed but not entirely resolved. The 2023 pass does not indicate significant progress in mitigating these risks.