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P13 DEM

1997 Toyota Hilux

Silver Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

52,962 mi
Last recorded52,962 miles
Recorded on30 May 2018
Typical for 1997 Toyota Hilux120,134 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP13 DEM
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2018 52,962 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 52,048 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 49,923 miles

Offside Front inner brake pad low

some corrosion to brake pipe to brake valve

Pass 28 May 2015 47,325 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 44,845 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 42,785 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2013 42,785 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 41,877 miles

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

Slight play on ball joint from steering arm from steering box

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 40,255 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 38,071 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 38,071 miles

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 8 Jun 2009 35,850 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Front Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 33,969 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2008 33,966 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Front Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

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

Offside Front Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 31,848 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 29,725 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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P13 DEM is a 1997 Toyota Hilux in Silver with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 P13 DEM, 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 P13 DEM registered?

P13 DEM is a 1997 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 29 May 1997.

Is P13 DEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P13 DEM shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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