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900 CAY

1997 Toyota Hilux

Grey Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

126,064 mi
Last recorded126,064 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Toyota Hilux120,134 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration900 CAY
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 19 Nov 2025 126,064 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 124,275 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 121,731 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 118,567 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 115,547 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 112,717 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 109,576 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 105,563 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 101,763 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Nov 2016 98,694 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 94,821 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint upper (2.4.G.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 20 Nov 2014 91,140 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 87,316 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 82,526 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 78,345 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 74,350 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 69,971 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 21 Nov 2008 66,119 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Nov 2007 62,576 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 58,775 miles

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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900 CAY is a 1997 Toyota Hilux in Grey with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Hilux models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 120,134 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 900 CAY, 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 29 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 900 CAY registered?

900 CAY is a 1997 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is 900 CAY safe to buy?

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