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P137 GTV

1997 Toyota Hilux

White Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

121,756 mi
Last recorded121,756 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Toyota Hilux120,134 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP137 GTV
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 121,756 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush fronts and rears (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2024 120,416 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 119,254 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush front and rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush front and rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule brake ferrules corroded and brake lines corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Wheel bearing has slight play all four wheel bearing (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 117,700 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2021 116,289 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 116,071 miles

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Slight play at both front hubs.

Pass 20 Nov 2019 113,721 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 111,710 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 110,228 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 104,827 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

exhaust tailpipe rusted

n/s/f hub leaking slightly

Pass 5 Nov 2015 103,027 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2015 103,022 miles

Offside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 101,410 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 98,953 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 96,124 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 92,538 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2011 92,423 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2010 86,691 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 81,143 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 71,963 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2006 64,767 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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P137 GTV is a 1997 Toyota Hilux in White with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Hilux models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 120,134 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 P137 GTV, 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 29 years old, this Toyota Hilux is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P137 GTV registered?

P137 GTV is a 1997 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 30 April 1997.

Is P137 GTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P137 GTV shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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