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AO05 GZL

2005 Toyota Hilux

Silver Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

217,614 mi
Last recorded217,614 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2022
Typical for 2005 Toyota Hilux107,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO05 GZL
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2022 217,614 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 209,972 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 199,214 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 192,112 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 183,719 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Nov 2018 18,342 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2017 174,157 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2016 165,224 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2015 153,671 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2014 142,731 miles

Play in prop-shaft centre bearing

Fail 13 Nov 2014 142,431 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Play in prop-shaft centre bearing

Pass 18 Nov 2013 132,109 miles

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

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

brake pipes under vehicle coated in grease

Pass 23 Nov 2012 121,448 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 111,871 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

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

n/s/f tyre scrubbing

wiper blades worn

Pass 11 Oct 2010 103,025 miles

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

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

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

n/s/r lamp cluster lens cracked

Pass 27 Oct 2009 93,765 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 81,956 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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AO05 GZL is a 2005 Toyota Hilux in Silver with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2005 Toyota Hilux models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 107,280 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 AO05 GZL, 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 21 years old, this Toyota Hilux is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AO05 GZL registered?

AO05 GZL is a 2005 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 24 March 2005.

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