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B508 MAO

1985 Toyota Hilux

White Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

322,484 mi
Last recorded322,484 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 1985 Toyota Hilux137,200 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB508 MAO
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 322,484 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Dec 2025 322,480 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush top Bushing. (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush Top bushing. (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both. (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2024 314,940 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2023 302,431 miles

Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

parking brake light illuminated

Pass 21 Dec 2022 293,162 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2022 293,144 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2021 287,498 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2021 287,498 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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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B508 MAO is a 1985 Toyota Hilux in White with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1985 Toyota Hilux models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 137,200 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 B508 MAO, 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 41 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 B508 MAO registered?

B508 MAO is a 1985 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 1 May 1985.

Is B508 MAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for B508 MAO shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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