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L37 MEP

1993 Toyota Hilux

Blue Diesel 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2025
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

181,238 mi
Last recorded181,238 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2024
Typical for 1993 Toyota Hilux135,062 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL37 MEP
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2024 181,238 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2023 181,186 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2023 181,063 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 180,399 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2021
Pass 13 Nov 2019 173,178 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018
Fail 8 Nov 2018 168,566 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 164,353 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 120,736 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2008 120,571 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.6d)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 30 Apr 2007 110,853 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 97,927 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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L37 MEP is a 1993 Toyota Hilux in Blue with a 3,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 L37 MEP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L37 MEP?

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What year was L37 MEP registered?

L37 MEP is a 1993 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 1 September 1993.

Is L37 MEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L37 MEP shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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