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P629 TCA

1997 Toyota Hilux

White Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

159,741 mi
Last recorded159,741 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2010
Typical for 1997 Toyota Hilux120,134 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP629 TCA
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2010 159,741 miles

corrosion present on metal brake pipes

n/s/r brake binding slightly

Pass 19 May 2009 155,258 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside front swivel hub leaking

Fail 15 May 2009 155,247 miles

Centre Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside front swivel hub leaking

Pass 19 Apr 2008 150,837 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 148,047 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 143,106 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2006 142,960 miles

Nearside Front Leaf spring cracked (2.4.B.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Offside Front Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

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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P629 TCA is a 1997 Toyota Hilux in White with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 P629 TCA, 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 P629 TCA registered?

P629 TCA is a 1997 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 30 May 1997.

Is P629 TCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P629 TCA shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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