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P524 YAA

1997 Toyota Hilux

Black Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

155,148 mi
Last recorded155,148 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2011
Typical for 1997 Toyota Hilux120,134 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP524 YAA
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2011 155,148 miles

Service brake efficiency 52% - Rear service brake may require adjustment or repair.

Fail 1 Mar 2011 155,113 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Feb 2010 143,477 miles

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

Fail 12 Feb 2010 143,477 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 28 Jan 2009 130,911 miles

rear light lense

wear in rear drag link end

Pass 13 Feb 2008 120,789 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2007 114,315 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 109,878 miles

oil leak at o/s/r hub/brake back plate. †

wear in hub end of steering-box drag-link end.

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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P524 YAA is a 1997 Toyota Hilux in Black 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 P524 YAA, 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 P524 YAA registered?

P524 YAA is a 1997 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 14 April 1997.

Is P524 YAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P524 YAA shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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