2016 Toyota Hilux 2.5L Diesel · WA16 WNU

The 2016 Toyota Hilux presents a solid roadworthiness record overall, with a clear improving trend in recent years. The most recent test on 2 October 2025 at 70,362 miles passed cleanly with zero defects or advisories, which is a strong indicator that any earlier mechanical concerns have been addressed. The vehicle has moved from a pattern of minor but notable faults in 2023 to two consecutive clean passes, suggesting the last owner invested in proper upkeep rather than simply scraping through each year. The mileage accumulation is consistent and unremarkable for a working pickup of this age. Between the 2023 test at 63,252 miles and the 2024 test at 67,520 miles, roughly 4,268 miles were covered in under twelve months. From September 2024 to October 2025, the vehicle added just 2,842 miles over thirteen months, indicating a slight drop in usage. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden jumps in the odometer record, and the annual average of around 7,000 miles sits squarely within expected norms for a light commercial vehicle used for mixed duties. The 2023 test at 63,252 miles is the one that demands a buyer's attention. The tester flagged a corroded brake pipe covered in grease or other material running front to rear, a handbrake efficiency reading slightly below the required threshold, and a defective spare tyre. Brake pipe corrosion is a structural concern on any vehicle, and on a Hilux that may see load carrying or towing, it warrants a thorough underside inspection. A buyer should examine the full length of the brake lines for pitting or fresh protective coatings that might mask deterioration, and verify that the handbrake holds firmly on a steep incline rather than relying solely on the passed test result. Beyond the flagged items, the clean recent record does not eliminate the need for a physical check. At ten years old with 70,362 miles, suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers may show age-related wear even if they have not yet failed an MOT threshold. The spare tyre defect from 2023 should be confirmed as rectified, and a close look at tyre condition across all five wheels is sensible given the vehicle's likely working life. Overall, the data points to a well-maintained pickup in its current state, but the 2023 advisory history justifies a careful pre-purchase inspection focused on brake system integrity and underside corrosion.