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B595 RAD

1985 Toyota Hilux

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

77,775 mi
Last recorded77,775 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2022
Typical for 1985 Toyota Hilux137,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB595 RAD
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2022 77,775 miles

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 77,426 miles

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Feb 2021 77,426 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam Intermittent,may have poor connection (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 77,178 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2020 77,178 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected Battery terminal loose (4.11 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Headlamp aim too low Both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) showing white light to the rear (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel Both sides rear (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 76,851 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2019 76,851 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Prop shaft flexible coupling excessively deteriorated Centre bush (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 5 Feb 2018 76,508 miles

Front and rear brakes juddering slightly.

Front and rear spring bushes perished.

Rear brakes slightly imbalanced.

Pass 14 Feb 2017 75,966 miles

Both front swivel seals leaking oil.

Front and rear brakes juddering slightly.

Front and rear leaf spring eye bushes perished.

Pickup body corroded throughout.

Rear brakes imbalanced but within limit.

Pass 26 Jan 2016 75,377 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit perished (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 74,699 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 Jan 2015 74,676 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jan 2014 73,827 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front tyres perished

Pass 5 Feb 2013 73,101 miles

front & rear tyres perished

Pass 10 Feb 2012 72,367 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 72,166 miles

o/s & n/s spring bushes starting to perish

Pass 5 Feb 2010 71,979 miles

(very slight) o/s/f brake bind

slight oil leak at o/s & n/s front hubs

Pass 12 Feb 2009 71,764 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 71,427 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 70,936 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2007 70,917 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 3 Feb 2006 70,115 miles

o/s front brake is binding slightly & both wipers are slightly split on the ends

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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B595 RAD is a 1985 Toyota Hilux in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 B595 RAD, 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

How do I check the history of B595 RAD?

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What year was B595 RAD registered?

B595 RAD is a 1985 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 19 March 1985.

Is B595 RAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for B595 RAD shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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