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P5 HOF

1997 Toyota Hilux

Blue Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

118,396 mi
Last recorded118,396 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Toyota Hilux120,134 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP5 HOF
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 118,396 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

all suspension components slight corrosion

rear exhaust box corroded

surface corrosion to body underside and body mounts

Pass 8 Aug 2025 118,391 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension componants (5.3.3 (b) (i))

slight bind on offside front

slight surface corrosion to underside and body mounts

Pass 19 Jul 2024 118,368 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear tail pipe corroded (6.1.2 (a))

slight corrosion to body mounts

Pass 13 Jul 2023 118,299 miles

Tail pipe starting to blow after rear box

nearside front brake binding slightly

Pass 10 Aug 2022 118,202 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2021 118,129 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Jul 2020 118,087 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jun 2019 117,771 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 12 Jun 2019 117,771 miles

Exhaust emissions test aborted because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Jul 2018 117,507 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2018 117,507 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 117,396 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 116,874 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 113,482 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 109,567 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 105,210 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 101,450 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 98,345 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Jul 2010 95,380 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 89,898 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 85,400 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 80,150 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 74,279 miles

near side front tyre perished.

offside front tyre 3mmm tread left worn on edges.

rear suspension swinging shackle bushes worn, both sides.

rear tyres worn on outer edges.

Pass 9 Sep 2005 66,323 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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P5 HOF is a 1997 Toyota Hilux in Blue with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 P5 HOF, 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 P5 HOF registered?

P5 HOF is a 1997 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 25 March 1997.

Is P5 HOF safe to buy?

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