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P543 FBC

1997 Toyota Hilux

Green Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

142,126 mi
Last recorded142,126 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2016
Typical for 1997 Toyota Hilux120,134 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP543 FBC
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2016 142,126 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 141,384 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 140,554 miles

underside rusty

Pass 27 Jul 2013 140,436 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

generaql underside corrosion

Pass 2 Jul 2012 14,039 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

general underside corroion

rear exhaust in poor condition

slight seepage to both front tractor joints

Pass 24 Mar 2011 140,328 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 138,986 miles

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 25 Mar 2010 138,963 miles

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

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 134,774 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2008 126,121 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2007 115,593 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Mar 2006 106,244 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2006 106,244 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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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P543 FBC is a 1997 Toyota Hilux in Green with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 P543 FBC, 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 P543 FBC registered?

P543 FBC is a 1997 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 28 January 1997.

Is P543 FBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P543 FBC shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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