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A156 GDB

1983 Toyota Hilux

Blue Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

169,999 mi
Last recorded169,999 miles
Recorded on6 May 2006
Typical for 1983 Toyota Hilux119,050 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA156 GDB
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2006 169,999 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 169,959 miles

Offside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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A156 GDB is a 1983 Toyota Hilux in Blue with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1983 Toyota Hilux models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 119,050 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A156 GDB, 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 43 years old, this Toyota Hilux is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A156 GDB registered?

A156 GDB is a 1983 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 11 August 1983.

Is A156 GDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A156 GDB shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A156 GDB have outstanding finance?

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