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A642 JBW

1983 Toyota Hilux

Black Petrol 1812cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

208,599 mi
Last recorded208,599 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2006
Typical for 1983 Toyota Hilux119,050 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA642 JBW
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,812cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 23 Jan 2006 208,599 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Brake valve leaking (3.6.A.1)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Vehicle structure has a fracture which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1) DANGEROUS

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

battery insecure

front number plate cracked,rear cut down

front propshaft worn

front steering balls leaking oil,but not affecting brakes at time of test

insulation tape around steering wheel

no bump stops fitted

offside seat front fixings loose

propshafts run at steep angles

rear propshaft flange bolts loose

this vehicle has had a suspension modification and has been jacked up - no reason for rejection found

washer bottle insecure

wear in handbrake linkage

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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A642 JBW is a 1983 Toyota Hilux in Black with a 1,812cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 A642 JBW, 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.

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A642 JBW is a 1983 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 1 August 1983.

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