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P513 SVX

1997 Toyota Hilux

Silver Diesel 2980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

159,187 mi
Last recorded159,187 miles
Recorded on12 May 2020
Typical for 1997 Toyota Hilux120,134 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP513 SVX
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,980cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2020 159,187 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

n/s head light has stone chip

Fail 12 May 2020 159,187 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

n/s head light has stone chip

Pass 5 Mar 2019 149,177 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Mar 2019 149,177 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached has come detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached has come detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2015 125,325 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front tyres perishing

Pass 5 Jun 2014 111,167 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 12 Nov 2012 100,777 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2012 100,642 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Jun 2011 92,008 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2011 92,008 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 81,600 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 73,007 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2007 65,313 miles

both front tyre treads low on inner edges, possibly requires tracking

Pass 1 Sep 2006 57,030 miles

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

both front tyre treads only just legal

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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P513 SVX is a 1997 Toyota Hilux in Silver with a 2,980cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P513 SVX, 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 P513 SVX registered?

P513 SVX is a 1997 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P513 SVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P513 SVX shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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