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P157 DVK

2006 Toyota Prado

Gold Diesel 2980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

143,953 mi
Last recorded143,953 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2014
Typical for 2006 Toyota Prado116,876 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP157 DVK
MakeToyota
ModelPrado
Year2006
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,980cc
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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2014 143,953 miles

presenter adviced

presenter adviced component corrosion

Pass 10 Dec 2013 139,315 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Pass 19 Dec 2012 131,706 miles

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

Fail 18 Dec 2012 131,691 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Pass 21 Dec 2011 127,111 miles

rear discs + pads in poor condition

Fail 15 Dec 2011 127,092 miles

Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating maladjustment (3.5.1f)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 13 Dec 2010 119,296 miles

centre brake light not working

Fail 13 Dec 2010 119,296 miles

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

centre brake light not working

Pass 18 Dec 2009 114,147 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 111,130 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 25 Nov 2008 111,102 miles

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

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e) DANGEROUS

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Nov 2007 108,610 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 102,200 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 97,338 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Prado?

Based on 2,825 MOT tests across 215 vehicles.

73.3%
Pass Rate
6,455
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
215
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 99
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 70
position lamp(s) not working 66
parking brake recording little or no effort 63
Stop lamp not working 60
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P157 DVK is a 2006 Toyota Prado in Gold with a 2,980cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2006 Toyota Prado models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 116,876 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 Prado fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 99 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P157 DVK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Prado typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 20 years old, this Toyota Prado is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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P157 DVK is a 2006 Toyota Prado, first registered on 8 February 2006.

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