2016 Toyota Hilux 2.4L Diesel · RF66 BFN

The most recent MOT inspection on 19 December 2025 resulted in a pass, though the record indicates a transition from a clean history to one involving increasing mechanical advisories. While the vehicle maintained a defect-free status between 2020 and 2022, the subsequent tests in 2024 and 2025 show a developing pattern of wear in the suspension and braking systems. This trend suggests that while the vehicle is being maintained sufficiently to pass annual inspections, it is now entering a phase of its lifecycle where component degradation is becoming more frequent. The maintenance trajectory should be viewed as stable but requiring closer attention to consumables and wear items to prevent future failures. With a recorded mileage of 84,938 over approximately ten years, this Toyota Hilux has averaged roughly 8,500 miles per year. This is considered low to moderate usage for a commercial vehicle of this type, suggesting it has not been subjected to heavy-duty long-distance haulage or extreme commercial workloads. However, the relatively low annual mileage can sometimes lead to issues associated with infrequent use, such as component seizure or fluid degradation. From a mechanical standpoint, the mileage is well within acceptable parameters for a 2016 model, and the lack of rapid mileage accumulation suggests that the drivetrain components should still have significant service life remaining, provided regular interval servicing has been observed. A prospective buyer should pay close attention to the suspension and braking systems during a test drive. The recent advisories regarding worn bushes on both nearside and offside rear shock absorbers are significant; you should listen for dull thuds or clunking noises when driving over uneven surfaces or speed bumps, as worn bushes can compromise ride quality and handling stability. Furthermore, the 2024 advisories regarding worn, pitted, or scored front brake discs and thinning brake pads indicate that the front braking system is nearing the end of its service life. During your test drive, check for any brake shudder, pulsation through the pedal, or high-pitched squealing, which would confirm that the discs and pads require imminent replacement. In addition to the recorded mechanical advisories, the recurring mentions of windscreen damage should be inspected to ensure no chips have expanded into larger cracks that could compromise structural integrity or visibility. Given the vehicle's age and the possibility of periods of standing, you should also perform a physical inspection of the tyres for sidewall perishing or cracking, particularly if the vehicle has been stored outdoors. Check the underside for signs of excessive corrosion on the chassis and exhaust system, and verify the service history to ensure that fluids, such as brake fluid and engine oil, have been changed based on time intervals rather than just mileage. Finally, inspect the nearside front suspension arm ball joint for any perceptible play or movement, as the previous advisory suggests this component is also approaching the end of its reliable service life.