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P521 YHB

1997 Toyota Hilux

Blue Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

205,354 mi
Last recorded205,354 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2011
Typical for 1997 Toyota Hilux120,134 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP521 YHB
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2011 205,354 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Oct 2010 198,869 miles

fuel pipes corroded

Fail 27 Oct 2010 198,851 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 4 Sep 2009 178,804 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 154,058 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 137,437 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 107,567 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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P521 YHB is a 1997 Toyota Hilux in Blue with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 P521 YHB, 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

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What year was P521 YHB registered?

P521 YHB is a 1997 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P521 YHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P521 YHB shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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