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K856 VKR

1993 Toyota Hilux

Blue Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

219,137 mi
Last recorded219,137 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2008
Typical for 1993 Toyota Hilux135,062 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK856 VKR
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2008 219,137 miles

front pads on legal limit at time of test needs attention asap

advance movement in both rear anti roll bar saddle rubbers

engine oil leak

heavy dampness around o/s/r shock absorber needs attention asap

slight dampness aropund steering box

slight movement in steering system

slight play in front wheel bearings

stone chips in windscreen

Pass 10 Apr 2007 114,115 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2007 114,115 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

n/s steering idler has slight play in ball joint

Pass 6 Apr 2006 95,235 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2006 95,235 miles

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

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp does not face the rear (1.3.2a)

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

oil leak

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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K856 VKR is a 1993 Toyota Hilux in Blue with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 K856 VKR, 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.

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What year was K856 VKR registered?

K856 VKR is a 1993 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K856 VKR safe to buy?

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