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BYZ 515

1996 Toyota Hilux

Black Petrol 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

759 mi
Last recorded759 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Toyota Hilux128,618 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBYZ 515
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 759 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 658 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 525 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 139,089 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 133,196 miles

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

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2012 127,984 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 121,906 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 116,508 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 111,047 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2009 110,840 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2008 105,006 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 99,630 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 93,112 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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BYZ 515 is a 1996 Toyota Hilux in Black with a 2,446cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1996 Toyota Hilux models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 128,618 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 BYZ 515, 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 30 years old, this Toyota Hilux is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BYZ 515?

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What year was BYZ 515 registered?

BYZ 515 is a 1996 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is BYZ 515 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BYZ 515 shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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