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P742 XCG

1997 Toyota Hilux

Blue Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

128,616 mi
Last recorded128,616 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2019
Typical for 1997 Toyota Hilux120,134 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP742 XCG
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2019 128,616 miles

Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush all (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2018 126,200 miles

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

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

underside light corrosion

Fail 5 Mar 2018 126,200 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

underside light corrosion

Pass 13 Mar 2017 121,758 miles

underside has light corrosion

Pass 10 Mar 2016 118,781 miles

underside has corrosion

Pass 12 Mar 2015 118,029 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 117,825 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 117,640 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2013 117,636 miles

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

front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

n/s/f hub seal leaking

Pass 20 Apr 2011 117,579 miles

underside has slight corrosion

Pass 7 Apr 2010 117,426 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 116,490 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 116,154 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 113,050 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2007 113,050 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Apr 2006 108,723 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2006 108,723 miles

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

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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P742 XCG is a 1997 Toyota Hilux in Blue with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 P742 XCG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P742 XCG registered?

P742 XCG is a 1997 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 28 February 1997.

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The MOT history for P742 XCG shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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