2001 · 23 years old at test · Diesel mostly

2001 Toyota Hi-Ace MOT pass rate and common faults

260 MOT tests in 2024. 56.9% passed first time, compared with 59.4% for all cars the same age.

96Below average
Passed first time56.9%
Failed or needed repairs43.1%
Typical mileage at test145,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 260 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength10.4%
  2. Position lamp: not working7.3%
  3. Stop lamp: not working6.2%
  4. Integral vehicle structure condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced5.0%
  5. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively4.2%
  6. Suspension arms - ball joint: ball joint excessively worn2.3%
  7. Chassis condition: or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting1.9%
  8. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded1.9%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Lights & electrics26.2%
  2. Suspension21.2%
  3. Body & chassis15.8%
  4. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)10.8%
  5. Brakes10.0%
  6. Emissions & leaks4.6%
  7. Tyres4.2%
  8. Seat belts & airbags1.5%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded20.4%
  2. Coil spring: corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened15.0%
  3. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength13.8%
  4. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine11.9%
  5. Wheel bearings: has excessive play10.8%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year fails more often than most cars its age, so budget for repairs and check the history carefully. Before buying, check the area that fails most: component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2001 Toyota Hi-Ace?

In 2024, 56.9% of 2001 Toyota Hi-Ace cars passed their MOT first time, across 260 tests. The average for all 23-year-old cars was 59.4%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2001 Toyota Hi-Ace?

The most common failure reasons were component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; position lamp: not working; stop lamp: not working. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 2001 Toyota Hi-Ace reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 96, which is below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).