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N229 DTS

1996 Toyota Hilux

Green Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

115,380 mi
Last recorded115,380 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 1996 Toyota Hilux128,618 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN229 DTS
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 115,380 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 4 Feb 2026 115,373 miles

Body component corroded and likely to cause injury multiple areas at rear of vehicle corroded exposing sharp edges (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system connection to brake calliper (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 113,293 miles

Coolant leak from radiator area ()

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Fail 1 Nov 2023 113,254 miles

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak from radiator area ()

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Aug 2022 108,170 miles

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

Fail 22 Aug 2022 108,130 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2021 106,389 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2021 106,287 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

handbrake performance just in 18%

Pass 20 Aug 2020 104,384 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 102,106 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 102,093 miles

Rear silencer tail pipe corroded

Pass 6 Jun 2015 99,739 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 94,468 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 87,215 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

back plates rusty on rear axel but not seriously weakend

front swivel seals starting to leak

Pass 17 Nov 2011 83,508 miles

Offside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)

both front swivel housing leakin slightly

Pass 30 Nov 2010 81,350 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 77,585 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2009 77,580 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Pass 31 Jul 2007 71,704 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 67,185 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2006 67,185 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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N229 DTS is a 1996 Toyota Hilux in Green with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1996 Toyota Hilux models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 128,618 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 N229 DTS, 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 30 years old, this Toyota Hilux is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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N229 DTS is a 1996 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 18 June 1996.

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The MOT history for N229 DTS shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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