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P641 PPV

1997 Toyota Hilux

Green Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

178,498 mi
Last recorded178,498 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2009
Typical for 1997 Toyota Hilux120,134 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP641 PPV
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2009 178,498 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

clutch pedal anti-slip rubber missing

steering column bushs have slight play

Pass 23 Dec 2008 168,129 miles

Propshaft component defective

front brake pads low.

o/s rear reverse lense broken

Fail 23 Dec 2008 168,122 miles

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

Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.4.B.1)

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

Propshaft component defective

front brake pads low.

o/s rear reverse lense broken

Pass 24 Dec 2007 160,711 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2007 160,454 miles

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

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

Pass 22 Dec 2006 154,530 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2006 154,530 miles

Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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P641 PPV is a 1997 Toyota Hilux in Green with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 P641 PPV, 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 P641 PPV registered?

P641 PPV is a 1997 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 4 March 1997.

Is P641 PPV safe to buy?

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