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P258 LMO

1996 Toyota Hi Lux

Blue Diesel 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

207,485 mi
Last recorded207,485 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2013
Typical for 1996 Toyota Hi Lux146,504 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP258 LMO
MakeToyota
ModelHi Lux
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2013 207,485 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 193,010 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2012 192,850 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2011 177,231 miles

Steering rack mounting bushes worn.

Fail 8 Aug 2011 177,114 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Both rear tyres worn 2-3mm tread remaining

Steering rack mounting bushes worn.

Pass 11 Aug 2010 161,426 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2010 161,426 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 145,017 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 132,055 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2008 132,055 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2007 115,597 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 115,597 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front brake discs warped

no oil on dipstick check regularly

rear wiper split

Pass 9 Aug 2006 100,292 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Hi Lux?

Based on 8,506 MOT tests across 1,047 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
6,751
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
1,047
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 387
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 278
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 214
constant velocity joint gaiter split 171
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 167
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P258 LMO is a 1996 Toyota Hi Lux in Blue with a 3,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1996 Toyota Hi Lux models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 146,504 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 Hi Lux fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 387 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P258 LMO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Hi Lux typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 30 years old, this Toyota Hi Lux is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P258 LMO registered?

P258 LMO is a 1996 Toyota Hi Lux, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is P258 LMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P258 LMO shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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