Toyota Hi Lux 4x4 Ex Td (2001)
2001 Toyota Hi Lux 4x4 Ex Td
CarHunch analysed 168 real MOT records for the 2001 Toyota Hi Lux 4x4 Ex Td. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2001 Hi-Lux diesel is in serious trouble on the MOT: only 10.5% pass first time compared to the UK average of 80%, which means nine out of ten of these vehicles fail their test. The complete absence of dangerous defects (0%) is the only saving grace, but it doesn't change the fact that these trucks are fundamentally struggling to meet roadworthiness standards at 23 years old.
At 140,000 miles median, these Hi-Luxes have covered typical mileage for their age, yet they're accumulating an average of 0.27 failures per test—mostly minor issues rather than structural problems. If you're considering one, budget firmly for immediate repairs before purchase and expect ongoing maintenance costs; the low first-time pass rate reflects aging diesels with worn components rather than inherent design flaws, but you're buying into a vehicle that will need hands-on attention.
What to check before buying a 2001 Toyota Hi Lux 4x4 Ex Td
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (99%) | 167 | 10% | 0.27 |
| Gas Bi-Fuel (1%) | 1 | 85.7% | 1 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2001 Toyota Hi Lux 4x4 Ex Td vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2001 Toyota Hi Lux 4x4 Ex Td vehicles fall between 108,084 and 180,918 miles.
2001 Toyota Hi Lux 4x4 Ex Td — Still on the Road
10 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 56% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2018–2025.
MOT History Averages
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