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KUS 730

1997 Toyota Hilux

Blue Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

190,545 mi
Last recorded190,545 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Toyota Hilux120,134 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKUS 730
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 190,545 miles

underside of vehicle showing early signs of corrosion

Pass 20 Jan 2025 189,300 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 12 Jan 2024 188,737 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 7 Dec 2022 145,622 miles

under side dirty

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 23 Nov 2021 144,602 miles

underside of vehicle showing early signs of corrosion

Pass 13 Nov 2020 143,587 miles

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

Fail 13 Nov 2020 143,587 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Nov 2019 142,922 miles

Nearside Front N/s/f hub sphere has slight grease residue

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement shock bottom bush starting to perish (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2018 141,223 miles

O/s/f outer cv joint has slight oil residue

slight underside corrosion

Pass 7 Sep 2017 139,839 miles

N/s/f hub sphere has slight grease residue

Pass 3 Oct 2016 135,877 miles

n/s/f hub joint has slight leak of grease

n/s/f wheel bearing has slight play

n/s/r brake is slightly binding

slight exhaust blow

Pass 6 Oct 2015 132,973 miles

N/s/r light unit cracked but not showing white light

Pass 30 Sep 2014 126,781 miles

Front bumper insecure

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

Pass 1 Oct 2013 121,507 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

slight oil leak from both front swivel hubs

Pass 3 Oct 2012 118,347 miles

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

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

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2011 114,854 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

front brake discs rusty and worn

Fail 21 Sep 2011 114,854 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Front brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

front brake discs rusty and worn

Pass 14 Sep 2010 111,424 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2010 111,424 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 May 2008 111,127 miles

Propshaft component defective

Pass 3 May 2007 104,233 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 5 May 2006 97,877 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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KUS 730 is a 1997 Toyota Hilux in Blue with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 KUS 730, 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 KUS 730 registered?

KUS 730 is a 1997 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is KUS 730 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KUS 730 shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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