CarVerify

Free Car Check

P409 RBK

1997 Toyota Hilux

Green Diesel 2446cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

283,148 mi
Last recorded283,148 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 1997 Toyota Hilux120,134 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Toyota
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP409 RBK
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 283,148 miles

Coolant leak heater pipe under vehicle ()

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Dec 2025 283,148 miles

Coolant leak heater pipe under vehicle ()

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps 501 (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Dec 2024 279,624 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 279,283 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 19 Jun 2019 279,266 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded hose to caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded over axle (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded hose to caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded over axle (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear both rear seats folded down not allowing full inspection of adult belts

Pass 12 Jan 2018 277,650 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Tyres wearing excessively on shoulders

Pass 19 Aug 2016 269,673 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 19 Aug 2016 269,673 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jan 2015 284,065 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

steering rack mounting rubber bush worn

Fail 16 Jan 2015 284,065 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

steering rack mounting rubber bush worn

Pass 17 Dec 2013 259,251 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 16 Dec 2013 259,227 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 254,189 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2011 245,099 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 231,831 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

advise power steering pipes weeping

Pass 17 Jul 2009 211,086 miles

2 water pipes underside of vehicle excessivly corroded.

anti rollbar bushes detiriorated (no movement).

chip in screen.

front brake discs scored and brake pads look low.

slight play in steering rack.

slight power steering fluid leak.

Fail 16 Jul 2009 211,086 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

2 water pipes underside of vehicle excessivly corroded.

anti rollbar bushes detiriorated (no movement).

chip in screen.

front brake discs scored and brake pads look low.

o/s rear tyre on legal limits.

slight play in steering rack.

slight power steering fluid leak.

Pass 21 Jul 2008 195,353 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2008 195,353 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2007 175,981 miles

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

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

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

Fail 26 Jul 2007 175,981 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Jul 2006 157,338 miles

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

brake hose front perishing

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
Full Toyota Hilux reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P409 RBK is a 1997 Toyota Hilux in Green with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 P409 RBK, 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

How do I check the history of P409 RBK?

You can check the full history of P409 RBK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P409 RBK registered?

P409 RBK is a 1997 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P409 RBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P409 RBK shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P409 RBK have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P409 RBK. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.