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P3 PDE

1997 Toyota Hilux

White Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

167,811 mi
Last recorded167,811 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2019
Typical for 1997 Toyota Hilux120,134 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP3 PDE
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2019 167,811 miles

nearside front swivel joint leaking oil

Pass 28 Aug 2018 166,318 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 164,310 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 161,790 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 159,206 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 149,092 miles

exhaust system corroded

under body of vehicle corroded

Fail 21 Jan 2013 149,092 miles

Offside Front Stub axle has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Offside Front Stub axle has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

exhaust system corroded

under body of vehicle corroded

Pass 9 Jan 2012 145,307 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2012 145,307 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

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

Pass 1 Nov 2010 142,071 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 139,636 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2009 139,495 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake valve corroded and excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

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

Pass 10 Nov 2008 136,166 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 132,119 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2007 132,119 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Jun 2006 121,836 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2006 121,836 miles

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

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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P3 PDE is a 1997 Toyota Hilux in White with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 P3 PDE, 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 P3 PDE registered?

P3 PDE is a 1997 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 29 April 1997.

Is P3 PDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P3 PDE shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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