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P138 VDL

1997 Toyota Hilux

Blue Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

128,394 mi
Last recorded128,394 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2017
Typical for 1997 Toyota Hilux120,134 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP138 VDL
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2017 128,394 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber ineffective

Pass 31 Aug 2016 128,020 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front shock absorber ineffective

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 126,603 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2015 126,603 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 122,260 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 119,445 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 117,898 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 113,254 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 109,246 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2009 104,519 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 97,341 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Aug 2007 89,131 miles

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

Fail 24 Aug 2007 89,131 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2006 81,301 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2006 81,301 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible 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 VDL is a 1997 Toyota Hilux in Blue with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P138 VDL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P138 VDL registered?

P138 VDL is a 1997 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 30 June 1997.

Is P138 VDL safe to buy?

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