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L224 PTU

1993 Toyota Hilux

Red Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2011
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

144,474 mi
Last recorded144,474 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2010
Typical for 1993 Toyota Hilux135,062 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL224 PTU
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2010 144,474 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2010 144,467 miles

Nearside Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Pass 24 Nov 2009 138,863 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2009 138,854 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Towbar locking device missing (6.6.3b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front pads appear low

slight play in steering link

Pass 19 Nov 2008 130,443 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2008 130,443 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 24 Oct 2007 122,760 miles

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

n/s front parking light slight damage

Fail 24 Oct 2007 122,760 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

n/s front parking light slight damage

Pass 23 Jun 2007 120,924 miles

exhaust tail pipe missing †rear leaf springs worn

Pass 2 Jun 2006 112,192 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2006 112,192 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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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L224 PTU is a 1993 Toyota Hilux in Red with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 L224 PTU, 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 L224 PTU registered?

L224 PTU is a 1993 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 21 October 1993.

Is L224 PTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L224 PTU shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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