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J35 GGT

1998 Toyota Hi Lux

Grey Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

16,579 mi
Last recorded16,579 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2007
Typical for 1998 Toyota Hi Lux159,013 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ35 GGT
MakeToyota
ModelHi Lux
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2007 16,579 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2007 164,322 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

slight play in both front wheel bearings

slight play in both rear anti roll bar link arms

Pass 7 Mar 2006 149,335 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

How Reliable is the Toyota Hi Lux?

Based on 8,506 MOT tests across 1,047 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
6,751
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
1,047
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 387
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 278
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 214
constant velocity joint gaiter split 171
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 167
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J35 GGT is a 1998 Toyota Hi Lux in Grey with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Toyota Hi Lux models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 159,013 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 Hi Lux fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 387 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J35 GGT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Hi Lux typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Toyota Hi Lux is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J35 GGT registered?

J35 GGT is a 1998 Toyota Hi Lux, first registered on 11 September 1998.

Is J35 GGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for J35 GGT shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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