2007 Toyota Hilux 2.5L Diesel · OK56 BWK

The most recent MOT test on 2025-11-17 confirms this Toyota Hilux remains roadworthy, though with persistent and worsening structural and suspension concerns. The November 2025 pass was marred by critical corrosion findings—offside rear body mountings insecure due to corrosion, rear suspension bushes showing play, and front lower suspension ball joints with noticeable wear—indicating a trend of deferred maintenance rather than isolated issues. The October 2025 failure was particularly severe, flagging excessive rear chassis corrosion compromising structural rigidity near body mounts and rear springs, alongside multiple electrical faults (position lamps, registration plate lamps) and a fuel tank cover fouling the driveshaft. While the November 2025 pass avoided major failures, it did not address these underlying problems, suggesting the vehicle has been driven despite known critical weaknesses. The mileage progression of 114,182 miles today reflects a steady average of around 6,000 miles per year, typical for a vehicle of this age. However, the gap between the 2024 and 2025 tests—covering 15,621 miles—is unusually long for a vehicle with such evident structural issues, particularly given the October 2025 failure. The 2023 to 2024 interval (10,956 miles) was similarly extended, yet no major faults were recorded then, which contrasts sharply with the corrosion-driven failures in 2025. This inconsistency implies either sporadic servicing or a pattern of neglect until failures became unavoidable. A prospective buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of the rear chassis and body mounts, where corrosion has already compromised structural integrity. The October 2025 failure explicitly noted rear spring mounts and cross-member corrosion reducing rigidity, while the November 2025 pass still listed insecure offside rear body mountings—suggesting these areas remain unstable. Suspension components also warrant close examination: the 2024 and 2025 tests flagged worn rear shock absorber bushes and front lower ball joint play, indicating accelerated wear likely due to misalignment or lack of lubrication. Electrical faults from 2025 (position lamps, registration plate lamps) should be verified as repaired, though the November pass did not address the underlying cause of the October failure. Finally, the 2024 tyre damage and 2022 exhaust leak suggest consumables have been overlooked; verify recent tyre replacements and exhaust integrity, as both are high-risk failure points at this mileage.