1995 Toyota Hilux — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,411 MOT tests, the 1995 Toyota Hilux recorded a 74.5% pass rate. That is effectively the same as pick-up trucks of a similar age (26.1% fail rate), so the MOT record here is unremarkable in either direction. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, brakes and body, structure & corrosion.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: lighting & signalling, recorded in 15.8% of tests against 12.5% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are service brake performance, wipers and position lamp — service brake performance alone was recorded 100 times.
A 150k+ example is materially riskier than a 30-60k one: 26.5% versus 13.0%.
Suspension is the most common advisory, noted on 34.9% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is improving — the fail rate fell from 27.4% in 2021 to 25.5% in 2025, as the worst-kept examples leave the fleet.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 15.8% | 223 |
| 2 | Brakes | 12.5% | 176 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 10.2% | 144 |
| 4 | Suspension | 8.9% | 126 |
| 5 | Visibility | 6.3% | 89 |
| 6 | Steering | 4.8% | 68 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Service brake performance | 100 |
| 2 | Wipers | 71 |
| 3 | Position lamp | 71 |
| 4 | Rear fog lamp | 66 |
| 5 | Chassis condition | 61 |
| 6 | Prescribed areas | 59 |
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 | 34.9% | 492 |
| 2 | Brakes | 32.0% | 451 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 28.8% | 407 |
| 4 | Other defects | 16.4% | 232 |
| 5 | Tyres | 15.4% | 217 |
| 6 | Steering | 14.8% | 209 |
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 | 46 | 13.0% |
| 60-90k | 114 | 21.9% |
| 90-120k | 205 | 24.4% |
| 120-150k | 301 | 26.9% |
| 150k+ | 737 | 26.5% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 314 | 27.4% |
| 2022 | 296 | 26.0% |
| 2023 | 255 | 23.5% |
| 2024 | 287 | 24.7% |
| 2025 | 259 | 25.5% |
What to check before buying a 1995 Hilux
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 15.8% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (15.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (12.5% 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.
- Body, structure & corrosion (10.2% of tests): The one to take seriously on older cars — corrosion to structural areas can be costly and is an MOT failure. Typical repair: £200–£1,500+.
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 1995 Toyota Hiluxs pass their MOT?
74.5% of the 1,411 1995 Toyota Hilux MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 25.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 1995 Toyota Hilux?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 15.8% of tests, followed by brakes (12.5%).
Does the 1995 Hilux get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 13.0% in the 30-60k band to 26.5% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,411 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.