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K74 GAO

1993 Toyota Hilux

White Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

72,951 mi
Last recorded72,951 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 1993 Toyota Hilux135,062 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK74 GAO
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 72,951 miles

Front Both Leaf Springs Slightly Weakened

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material On Calliper (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Pick Up Bed Slightly Corroded

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material On Calliper (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Pipe From Rear Silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2025 69,945 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2025 69,945 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2024 66,285 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 62,894 miles

Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 58,777 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 24 Feb 2022 58,742 miles

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire fuel pump (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2020 57,872 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 57,392 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 57,027 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 56,489 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 55,663 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2016 55,663 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2015 54,009 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 3 Mar 2014 53,220 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2014 53,220 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2013 50,794 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 48,557 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 46,111 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 43,386 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 40,471 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 37,940 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 36,919 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 36,044 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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K74 GAO is a 1993 Toyota Hilux in White with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1993 Toyota Hilux models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 135,062 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 K74 GAO, 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 33 years old, this Toyota Hilux is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K74 GAO registered?

K74 GAO is a 1993 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 10 March 1993.

Is K74 GAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for K74 GAO shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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