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L235 LNF

1996 Toyota Hilux

Blue Diesel 2980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2021
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

207,230 mi
Last recorded207,230 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2020
Typical for 1996 Toyota Hilux128,618 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL235 LNF
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,980cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2020 207,230 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipes at rear load sensing valve corroded. (1.1.11 (c))

Corrosion of metal fuel and auto gearbox pipes to oil cooler.

Exhaust front mounting bracket loose.

General corrosion of vehicle.

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Out to wheel cylinder. Corroded. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Outer sill corroded.

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil level low. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Sep 2020 207,225 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Out to wheel cylinder. (1.1.11 (c))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipes at rear load sensing valve corroded. (1.1.11 (c))

Corrosion of metal fuel and auto gearbox pipes to oil cooler.

Exhaust front mounting bracket loose.

General corrosion of vehicle.

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Out to wheel cylinder. Corroded. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Outer sill corroded.

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil level low. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2019 202,440 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

underbody corroded

Pass 13 Apr 2018 198,470 miles

Oil leak ()

underbody of vehicle corroded

Pass 15 Apr 2013 164,275 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 158,191 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 158,191 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 151,067 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 151,027 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 1 May 2010 143,329 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 134,380 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 134,364 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Fail 20 Mar 2008 123,456 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 123,456 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 111,411 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 94,547 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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L235 LNF is a 1996 Toyota Hilux in Blue with a 2,980cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1996 Toyota Hilux models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 128,618 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 L235 LNF, 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 30 years old, this Toyota Hilux is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L235 LNF registered?

L235 LNF is a 1996 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 1 January 1996.

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