2000 Toyota Hiace — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 2,427 MOT tests, the 2000 Toyota Hiace recorded a 73.8% pass rate. That is effectively the same as all cars of a similar age (26.7% fail rate), so the MOT record here is unremarkable in either direction. Failures cluster in suspension, lighting & signalling and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: suspension, recorded in 16.5% of tests against 13.3% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are component mounting prescribed areas, integral vehicle structure condition and wipers — component mounting prescribed areas alone was recorded 452 times.
A 150k+ example is materially riskier than a 30-60k one: 30.5% versus 16.5%.
Suspension is the most common advisory, noted on 49.3% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 16.5% | 401 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 13.3% | 322 |
| 3 | Brakes | 7.8% | 189 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 7.6% | 184 |
| 5 | Visibility | 6.7% | 162 |
| 6 | Tyres | 3.3% | 81 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 452 |
| 2 | Integral vehicle structure condition | 126 |
| 3 | Wipers | 125 |
| 4 | Position lamp | 113 |
| 5 | Chassis condition | 111 |
| 6 | Ball joint | 109 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 49.3% | 1,196 |
| 2 | Brakes | 29.9% | 725 |
| 3 | Tyres | 21.0% | 510 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 20.3% | 492 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 15.2% | 369 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 15.1% | 367 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 109 | 16.5% |
| 60-90k | 242 | 19.8% |
| 90-120k | 430 | 23.0% |
| 120-150k | 518 | 24.7% |
| 150k+ | 1,120 | 30.5% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 2,193 | 26.8% |
| Petrol | 234 | 21.4% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 617 | 26.4% |
| 2022 | 536 | 25.4% |
| 2023 | 471 | 26.1% |
| 2024 | 424 | 27.1% |
| 2025 | 379 | 26.4% |
What to check before buying a 2000 Hiace
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: suspension accounted for 16.5% of tests. Start there.
- Suspension (16.5% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Lighting & signalling (13.3% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (7.8% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2000 Toyota Hiaces pass their MOT?
73.8% of the 2,427 2000 Toyota Hiace MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 26.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2000 Toyota Hiace?
Suspension, recorded in 16.5% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (13.3%).
Does the 2000 Hiace get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 16.5% in the 30-60k band to 30.5% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,427 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.