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P472 JYC

1997 Toyota Hilux

White Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

187,939 mi
Last recorded187,939 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2011
Typical for 1997 Toyota Hilux120,134 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP472 JYC
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2011 187,939 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 187,939 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Feb 2010 176,537 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 166,342 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2009 166,342 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 24 Jan 2008 153,146 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 136,162 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 125,355 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2006 125,154 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

O/S/R spring hanger bushes showing wear

Rear exhaust pipe and silencer corroded

Steering drag link joints showing wear

Unable to check offside headlamp aim

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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P472 JYC is a 1997 Toyota Hilux in White with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P472 JYC, 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 P472 JYC?

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What year was P472 JYC registered?

P472 JYC is a 1997 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 17 January 1997.

Is P472 JYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P472 JYC shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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