2020 Toyota Hilux Invincib X D-4D4Wd Dcb A — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 381 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Toyota Hilux Invincib X D-4D4Wd Dcb A, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, brakes and visibility. Its pass rate of 93.7% was above the average for cars of a similar age (90.5%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 4.7% | 18 |
| 2 | Brakes | 2.9% | 11 |
| 3 | Visibility | 2.4% | 9 |
| 4 | Suspension | 1.3% | 5 |
| 5 | Tyres | 1.1% | 4 |
| 6 | Other defects | 0.5% | 2 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 14 |
| 2 | Wipers | 11 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 7 |
| 4 | Shock absorbers | 5 |
| 5 | Registration plate lamp(s) | 5 |
| 6 | Rbt (sp) | 3 |
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 | 14.7% | 56 |
| 2 | Tyres | 12.3% | 47 |
| 3 | Suspension | 7.9% | 30 |
| 4 | Visibility | 5.3% | 20 |
| 5 | Other defects | 3.4% | 13 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 1.1% | 4 |
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 | 101 | 4.0% |
| 30-60k | 199 | 6.5% |
| 60-90k | 63 | 7.9% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 117 | 3.4% |
| 2024 | 134 | 6.7% |
| 2025 | 129 | 8.5% |
What to check before buying a 2020 Hilux Invincib X D-4D4Wd Dcb A
Before buying a 2020 Toyota Hilux Invincib X D-4D4Wd Dcb A, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 4.7% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (4.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (2.9% 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.
- Visibility (2.4% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
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 2020 Toyota Hilux Invincib X D-4D4Wd Dcb As pass their MOT?
93.7% of the 381 2020 Toyota Hilux Invincib X D-4D4Wd Dcb A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 6.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Toyota Hilux Invincib X D-4D4Wd Dcb A?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 4.7% of tests, followed by brakes (2.9%).
Does the 2020 Hilux Invincib X D-4D4Wd Dcb A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 4.0% in the 0-30k band to 7.9% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 381 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.