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MKU 486W

1981 Toyota Hilux

Grey Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2024
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

21,269 mi
Last recorded21,269 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2023
Typical for 1981 Toyota Hilux69,322 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMKU 486W
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1981
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2023 21,269 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2023 21,113 miles

Brake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Fail 27 Jun 2023 21,095 miles

Brake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2021 20,720 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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MKU 486W is a 1981 Toyota Hilux in Grey with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Toyota Hilux models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 69,322 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 MKU 486W, 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 45 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 MKU 486W?

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What year was MKU 486W registered?

MKU 486W is a 1981 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 1 January 1981.

Is MKU 486W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MKU 486W shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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