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D198 VPU

1987 Toyota Hilux

Red Petrol 2237cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

190,675 mi
Last recorded190,675 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2006
Typical for 1987 Toyota Hilux138,774 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD198 VPU
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,237cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 23 Oct 2006 190,675 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

all leaf spring bushes perished

front shock top bushes poor condition

headlamp aims have been adjusted

no radiator cap

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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D198 VPU is a 1987 Toyota Hilux in Red with a 2,237cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1987 Toyota Hilux models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 138,774 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 D198 VPU, 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 39 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 D198 VPU?

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What year was D198 VPU registered?

D198 VPU is a 1987 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 20 March 1987.

Is D198 VPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for D198 VPU shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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