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P54 PNA

1997 Toyota Hilux

Blue Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2023
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

133,817 mi
Last recorded133,817 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2023
Typical for 1997 Toyota Hilux120,134 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP54 PNA
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Fail 27 Sep 2023 133,817 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

BOTH SWIVLE HUB LEAKING

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2022 133,123 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 130,646 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 128,688 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security footwell area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front hub oil seal slightly leaking

Fail 18 Sep 2020 128,688 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security footwell area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front hub oil seal slightly leaking

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

Pass 3 Apr 2019 125,668 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 123,882 miles

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

Fail 24 Apr 2018 123,882 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2017 121,865 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2017 121,865 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2016 120,394 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 118,846 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2015 118,846 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2014 118,151 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 117,159 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 116,387 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 113,571 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 113,571 miles

Offside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 111,832 miles

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

Fail 23 Apr 2010 111,832 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2009 110,010 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 107,758 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 106,261 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2007 106,261 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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

Fail 4 Apr 2006 104,761 miles

Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 4 Apr 2006 104,761 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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P54 PNA is a 1997 Toyota Hilux in Blue with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P54 PNA, 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 P54 PNA registered?

P54 PNA is a 1997 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 29 May 1997.

Is P54 PNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P54 PNA shows 26 tests with a 65.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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