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P49 LFL

1997 Toyota Hilux

White Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

150,054 mi
Last recorded150,054 miles
Recorded on18 May 2011
Typical for 1997 Toyota Hilux120,134 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP49 LFL
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2011 150,054 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 142,495 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

front hubs wet

front tyres tread low

Pass 6 Mar 2009 131,508 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 123,664 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2008 123,604 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 1 Mar 2007 115,225 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2007 115,219 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 1 Mar 2006 101,569 miles

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

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

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

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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P49 LFL is a 1997 Toyota Hilux in White with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P49 LFL, 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 P49 LFL registered?

P49 LFL is a 1997 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 12 March 1997.

Is P49 LFL safe to buy?

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