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L553 MGM

1993 Toyota Hilux

Green Diesel 2980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

195,536 mi
Last recorded195,536 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2009
Typical for 1993 Toyota Hilux135,062 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL553 MGM
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,980cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 28 Oct 2009 195,536 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyre edges wearing

handbrake reserve travel near limit.

nearside number plate light dim.

offside running board loose.

rear fog light slightly loose.

Pass 31 Oct 2008 178,074 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 143,536 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2006 133,719 miles

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

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

front and rear anty-roll bar bushes worn

long hand brake travel

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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L553 MGM is a 1993 Toyota Hilux in Green with a 2,980cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 L553 MGM, 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 L553 MGM registered?

L553 MGM is a 1993 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L553 MGM safe to buy?

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