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71 VAE

2002 Toyota Hilux

Silver Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,171 mi
Last recorded52,171 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Toyota Hilux106,432 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration71 VAE
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 2 Jun 2026 52,171 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 48,916 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 47,776 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 45,840 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 44,095 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 40,365 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 36,124 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 31,896 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 27,959 miles

Offside rear tyre becoming low, worn, limit 1.6mm.

Pass 6 Dec 2006 19,124 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005

How Reliable is the Toyota Hilux?

Based on 1,500,658 MOT tests across 146,528 vehicles.

73.1%
Pass Rate
7,298
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
146,528
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 30,380
Brake pipe excessively corroded 30,017
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 25,129
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,123
position lamp(s) not working 22,068
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71 VAE is a 2002 Toyota Hilux in Silver with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2002 Toyota Hilux models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 106,432 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Hilux fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 30,380 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 71 VAE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Hilux typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 24 years old, this Toyota Hilux is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 71 VAE registered?

71 VAE is a 2002 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 12 November 2002.

Is 71 VAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for 71 VAE shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 71 VAE have outstanding finance?

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