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L449 ASU

1993 Toyota Hilux

Red Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

243,579 mi
Last recorded243,579 miles
Recorded on11 May 2018
Typical for 1993 Toyota Hilux135,062 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL449 ASU
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2018 243,579 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases in engine bay (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front slight bind evident when wheel turned by hand

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

Oil leak ()

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

chassis surface corroded

Pass 24 Apr 2017 243,579 miles
Pass 9 May 2016
Pass 15 Apr 2015 24,243 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 23,793 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 22,784 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 217,806 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 20,313 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 190,303 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2009 173,958 miles

Nearside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 10 Jan 2008 167,171 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 134,623 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 118,510 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2006 118,510 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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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L449 ASU is a 1993 Toyota Hilux in Red with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 L449 ASU, 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 L449 ASU registered?

L449 ASU is a 1993 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L449 ASU safe to buy?

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