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K776 PGJ

1997 Toyota Hilux

Red Diesel 2440cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2011
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

287,008 mi
Last recorded287,008 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2010
Typical for 1997 Toyota Hilux120,134 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK776 PGJ
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,440cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2010 287,008 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 22 Jun 2010 287,008 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar locating pin retaining device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 May 2009 283,720 miles
Fail 7 May 2009

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2008 265,147 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 254,902 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 235,728 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2005 219,023 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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K776 PGJ is a 1997 Toyota Hilux in Red with a 2,440cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 K776 PGJ, 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 K776 PGJ registered?

K776 PGJ is a 1997 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 18 December 1997.

Is K776 PGJ safe to buy?

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