Toyota Hilux Common Problems, Faults & Repair Costs (2026)
Based on official DVSA MOT test data. View the most common MOT failure categories, pass rates, and estimated repair costs for the Toyota Hilux (2005–present).
MOT Pass Rate
Reliability rating: Good — based on approx. 18,000 tests
1.60%
Moderate risk
12.5%
of failed tests need a retest
Top MOT Failure Categories
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment
Est. repair: £40–£200
Suspension
Est. repair: £120–£450
Brakes
Est. repair: £100–£350
Tyres
Est. repair: £50–£120 per tyre
Exhaust, fuel and emissions
Est. repair: £40–£200
Where Faults Occur
29.0%
Front
29.0%
Rear
22.0%
Offside
Mileage Benchmarks
At 3 years
28,000 mi
At 5 years
48,000 mi
At 10 years
95,000 mi
Significantly higher or lower mileage than these benchmarks may indicate unusual usage patterns. Check the full MOT history for mileage consistency.
Is a Toyota Hilux a Good Buy?
The Toyota Hilux demonstrates above-average reliability based on MOT test data, with a 81.8% pass rate. This places it 0.2% above the national average, suggesting lower ongoing maintenance costs compared to many competitors.
While no car is without faults, lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues are the most common concern, affecting approximately 14.8% of failed tests. These tend to be relatively affordable to fix at £30–£150.
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