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C2 RCM

1997 Toyota Hilux

Green Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

61,931 mi
Last recorded61,931 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2012
Typical for 1997 Toyota Hilux120,134 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC2 RCM
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2012 61,931 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2012 61,928 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 29 Jul 2010 52,889 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2010 52,889 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 16 Jul 2009 47,100 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2009 47,082 miles

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

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 14 Jul 2008 40,314 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2007 32,807 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 26,964 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2006 26,964 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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C2 RCM is a 1997 Toyota Hilux in Green with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Hilux models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 120,134 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 C2 RCM, 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 29 years old, this Toyota Hilux is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C2 RCM registered?

C2 RCM is a 1997 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is C2 RCM safe to buy?

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