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BAM 383V

1979 Toyota Hilux

White Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,950 mi
Last recorded5,950 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2017
Typical for 1979 Toyota Hilux79,275 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAM 383V
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 20 Jan 2017 5,950 miles

Offside Front Hub seal leaking

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 22 Jan 2016 97,868 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 88,046 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2013 84,218 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2012 81,960 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 79,275 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 77,775 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 75,113 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 70,343 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 63,123 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 61,532 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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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BAM 383V is a 1979 Toyota Hilux in White with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Toyota Hilux models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 79,275 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 BAM 383V, 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 47 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 BAM 383V?

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What year was BAM 383V registered?

BAM 383V is a 1979 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 12 November 1979.

Is BAM 383V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAM 383V shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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