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J88 BTF

1994 Toyota Hilux

Black Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

117,734 mi
Last recorded117,734 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1994 Toyota Hilux136,833 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ88 BTF
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 117,734 miles

Both front swivel joint housings leaking grease

Pass 10 Jun 2025 117,303 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2025 117,303 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 116,558 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2024 116,554 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2023 114,796 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Mar 2023 114,773 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 111,879 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

o/s/f and n/s/f axle joint damp

Pass 17 Mar 2021 111,007 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Jan 2020 110,998 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 110,988 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2018 110,988 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Jan 2009 109,167 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 108,068 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 106,511 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 104,038 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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J88 BTF is a 1994 Toyota Hilux in Black with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1994 Toyota Hilux models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 136,833 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 J88 BTF, 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 32 years old, this Toyota Hilux is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J88 BTF registered?

J88 BTF is a 1994 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is J88 BTF safe to buy?

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