2010 Toyota Hilux — MOT failures & pass rate
17,160 MOT tests on the 2010 Toyota Hilux are in this dataset, and 72.9% of them passed. Pick-up trucks of a similar age fail at 27.1%, so the 2010 Hilux sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (16.7%) and brakes (14.0%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are rigid brake pipes, position lamp and headlamp aim — rigid brake pipes alone was recorded 1,333 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 18.8% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 28.8% once past 150k.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: brakes was flagged on 31.2% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 25.7% of tests failed in 2021 against 28.5% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 16.7% | 2,857 |
| 2 | Brakes | 14.0% | 2,399 |
| 3 | Suspension | 13.2% | 2,258 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 9.5% | 1,631 |
| 5 | Visibility | 5.1% | 870 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 3.3% | 567 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rigid brake pipes | 1,333 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 1,162 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 908 |
| 4 | Chassis condition | 775 |
| 5 | Coil spring | 746 |
| 6 | Service brake performance | 721 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 31.2% | 5,351 |
| 2 | Suspension | 25.4% | 4,358 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 21.9% | 3,767 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 16.2% | 2,780 |
| 5 | Tyres | 15.5% | 2,664 |
| 6 | Other defects | 9.6% | 1,644 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 128 | 18.8% |
| 30-60k | 992 | 21.7% |
| 60-90k | 3,013 | 23.2% |
| 90-120k | 4,457 | 27.4% |
| 120-150k | 4,053 | 29.2% |
| 150k+ | 4,513 | 28.8% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 3,921 | 25.7% |
| 2022 | 3,763 | 26.8% |
| 2023 | 3,497 | 27.0% |
| 2024 | 3,180 | 27.9% |
| 2025 | 2,799 | 28.5% |
What to check before buying a 2010 Hilux
On a 2010 Hilux, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 16.7% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (16.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (14.0% 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.
- Suspension (13.2% 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.
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 2010 Toyota Hiluxs pass their MOT?
72.9% of the 17,160 2010 Toyota Hilux MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 27.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2010 Toyota Hilux?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 16.7% of tests, followed by brakes (14.0%).
Does the 2010 Hilux get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 18.8% in the 0-30k band to 28.8% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 17,160 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.