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P172 TGK

1997 Toyota Hilux

Green Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

147,209 mi
Last recorded147,209 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2009
Typical for 1997 Toyota Hilux120,134 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP172 TGK
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2009 147,209 miles

All alloy wheels and tyre sidewalls damaged by kerbing.

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

O/S/F tyre wearing on edges.

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

Surface corrosion rear brake lines.

Surface corrosion rear suspension.

Tyre pressures low.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

N/S/F axle/swivel leaking fluid onto brakes.

Fail 31 Jan 2009 147,204 miles

Nearside Front brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

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

All alloy wheels and tyre sidewalls damaged by kerbing.

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

O/S/F tyre wearing on edges.

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

Surface corrosion rear brake lines.

Surface corrosion rear suspension.

Tyre pressures low.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

N/S/F axle/swivel leaking fluid onto brakes.

Pass 16 Jan 2008 142,471 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 14 Jan 2008 142,471 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket loose (2.4.B.6a)

Offside Rear Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Jan 2007 140,807 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 137,580 miles

slight oil leak from o/s & n/s from hub assembly

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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P172 TGK is a 1997 Toyota Hilux in Green with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P172 TGK, 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 P172 TGK registered?

P172 TGK is a 1997 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 31 January 1997.

Is P172 TGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P172 TGK shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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