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P138 CPC

1997 Toyota Hilux

White Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

88,313 mi
Last recorded88,313 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2010
Typical for 1997 Toyota Hilux120,134 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP138 CPC
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2010 88,313 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 78,730 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2008 78,722 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp obscured more than 50% (1.3.2c)

Offside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Fail 15 Nov 2007 64,198 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 15 Nov 2007 64,198 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 48,029 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2006 48,029 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 10 Feb 2006 36,909 miles

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)

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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P138 CPC is a 1997 Toyota Hilux in White with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 P138 CPC, 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 P138 CPC registered?

P138 CPC is a 1997 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 25 February 1997.

Is P138 CPC safe to buy?

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