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P479 YCG

1997 Toyota Hilux

White Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

114,582 mi
Last recorded114,582 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2014
Typical for 1997 Toyota Hilux120,134 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP479 YCG
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2014 114,582 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2013 111,573 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2012 109,339 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 106,846 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 103,401 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2009 100,017 miles

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

n/s rear tyre is worn down to 2mm

Pass 28 Jul 2009 100,017 miles

n/s rear tyre is worn down to 2mm

Pass 18 Jul 2008 95,896 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 89,681 miles

o/s front tyre is worn on inside edge of tread

Pass 20 Jul 2006 83,393 miles

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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P479 YCG is a 1997 Toyota Hilux in White with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P479 YCG, 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 P479 YCG registered?

P479 YCG is a 1997 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 13 May 1997.

Is P479 YCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P479 YCG shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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