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P515 BSS

1997 Toyota Hilux

Red Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

136,061 mi
Last recorded136,061 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2014
Typical for 1997 Toyota Hilux120,134 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP515 BSS
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2014 136,061 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 136,032 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jul 2013 132,209 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 127,976 miles

front n/s tyre wall is cut but no cord is exposed

Fail 27 Jul 2012 127,976 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

front n/s tyre wall is cut but no cord is exposed

Pass 19 Sep 2011 124,171 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 123,813 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 122,740 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 120,974 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 119,257 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

fuel pipes badly corroded in places

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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P515 BSS is a 1997 Toyota Hilux in Red with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P515 BSS, 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 P515 BSS registered?

P515 BSS is a 1997 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 13 January 1997.

Is P515 BSS safe to buy?

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