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MCN 742X

1982 Toyota Hilux

White Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

137,882 mi
Last recorded137,882 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2025
Typical for 1982 Toyota Hilux92,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCN 742X
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2025 137,882 miles

Nearside Rear back plates rusty

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

Fail 22 May 2025 137,862 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired nut missing (1.1.17 (a))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play rear joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Body mounting fixings insecure (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear back plates rusty

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

hazzards not working

Pass 27 Apr 2024 290,964 miles

Coolant leak ()

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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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MCN 742X is a 1982 Toyota Hilux in White with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1982 Toyota Hilux models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 92,928 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 MCN 742X, 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 44 years old, this Toyota Hilux is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MCN 742X registered?

MCN 742X is a 1982 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 3 February 1982.

Is MCN 742X safe to buy?

The MOT history for MCN 742X shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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