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P407 GJK

1997 Toyota Hi Lux

Red Diesel 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2021
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

147,897 mi
Last recorded147,897 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2020
Typical for 1997 Toyota Hi Lux139,369 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP407 GJK
MakeToyota
ModelHi Lux
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2020 147,897 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 139,369 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 129,227 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 125,574 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 121,761 miles

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

Front both tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 15 Jul 2016 121,651 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Front both tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 8 Jul 2015 117,724 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 114,703 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 111,198 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 108,015 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 104,888 miles

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

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

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Fail 19 Jul 2011 104,874 miles

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

Nearside Towbar retaining device missing (6.6.3a)

Offside Towbar retaining device missing (6.6.3a)

Towbar component insecure (6.6.1)

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

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

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 23 Jul 2010 100,293 miles

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 22 Jul 2009 94,516 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 89,178 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 83,661 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2006 77,369 miles

both wing indicators slighty loose

slight play in steering rack mounting bushes

Pass 21 Jul 2005 70,087 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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P407 GJK is a 1997 Toyota Hi Lux in Red with a 3,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Hi Lux models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 139,369 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 P407 GJK, 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 29 years old, this Toyota Hi Lux is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P407 GJK registered?

P407 GJK is a 1997 Toyota Hi Lux, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P407 GJK safe to buy?

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