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K88 SJO

1997 Toyota Hilux

White Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

169,382 mi
Last recorded169,382 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Toyota Hilux120,134 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK88 SJO
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 169,382 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Various corrosion

Pass 30 Jan 2025 166,466 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Various corrosion all over body

Pass 2 Jan 2024 163,684 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 9 Jan 2023 160,963 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front of exhaust is blowing (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jan 2022 158,188 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Jan 2021 155,727 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2020 152,644 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2019 149,276 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Jan 2019 149,276 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2018 145,811 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 13 Jan 2017 142,046 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on min limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 138,476 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 12 Jan 2015 134,475 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 10 Jan 2014 130,810 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jan 2013 127,349 miles

Nearside front tyre wearing on edge

Pass 6 Jan 2012 123,917 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 7 Jan 2011 120,240 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 6 Jan 2010 116,515 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 112,940 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2008 112,877 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Jan 2008 109,409 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 107,901 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 101,892 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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K88 SJO is a 1997 Toyota Hilux in White with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 K88 SJO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K88 SJO registered?

K88 SJO is a 1997 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 30 September 1997.

Is K88 SJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for K88 SJO shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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