2015 Toyota Hilux 3.0L Diesel · YS65 AVZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a period of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While it passed its latest test in November 2024 at 121,919 miles, this followed a failure just two days prior that revealed significant braking issues. The trend shows a mechanical failure involving a binding offside rear service brake and an inoperative parking brake, which were addressed prior to the re-test. This suggests the previous owner only addressed necessary mechanical faults when forced to by the MOT testing process. At 121,919 miles over 11 years, the Hilux averages approximately 11,000 miles per annum, which represents typical usage for a commercial vehicle of this age. The record shows consistent use over time, moving from 72,514 miles in late 2021 to 93,731 miles by October 2022, and then to 109,370 miles by October 2023. This steady accumulation suggests the vehicle has not sat stationary for long periods, which generally helps prevent the premature corrosion of suspension components and dry seals. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the braking system and front suspension. The 2024 failure flagged an offside front wheel bearing with slight play, and although it passed the subsequent test, this component should be monitored for noise or vibration as bearings typically wear out gradually. Furthermore, the 2022 advisories regarding uneven tyre wear on the nearside front and rear axles often point to alignment issues or worn suspension bushes that were not necessarily fully rectified. The recurring mention of undertrays preventing full inspection in 2022 and 2023 is a point of concern for a chassis-based vehicle. These guards can hide structural corrosion on the frame rails, which is a critical area for an older Toyota Hilux. Without a clear view of the undercarriage, the integrity of the vehicle remains unknown, necessitating a physical inspection of the undertrays to ensure no significant structural rust is present.