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P35 HUX

1997 Toyota Hilux

Red Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2012
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

102,198 mi
Last recorded102,198 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2011
Typical for 1997 Toyota Hilux120,134 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP35 HUX
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2011 102,198 miles

toe bar electrical cover is coverd in tape

Fail 1 Dec 2011 102,198 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

toe bar electrical cover is coverd in tape

Fail 2 Dec 2010 96,247 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2010 96,247 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 90,155 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2008 84,776 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2008 84,776 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Leaf spring damaged and permanently distorted (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Front Leaf spring damaged and permanently distorted (2.4.B.1a)

both front swivel hubs starting to wear

Pass 2 Jun 2007 76,375 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2007 76,375 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Offside Front Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

near side rear tyer starting to crack on insde wall

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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P35 HUX is a 1997 Toyota Hilux in Red with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 P35 HUX, 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 P35 HUX registered?

P35 HUX is a 1997 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P35 HUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P35 HUX shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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