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P835 LKP

1997 Toyota Hilux

Blue Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

142,766 mi
Last recorded142,766 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Toyota Hilux120,134 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP835 LKP
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 142,766 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2024 141,296 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2023 139,261 miles

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

Nearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2022 136,391 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2021 133,612 miles

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2020 129,054 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 124,497 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 119,967 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 113,234 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 112,045 miles

chips in screen

Fail 22 Sep 2016 112,015 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

chips in screen

Pass 9 Sep 2015 110,862 miles

steering wheel loose

Fail 7 Sep 2015 110,861 miles

Offside Front rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Nearside Front rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

steering wheel loose

Pass 17 Sep 2014 109,078 miles

slight play in n/s/f wheel bearing

stone chip in windscreen

Fail 5 Sep 2013 103,729 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 103,729 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 100,803 miles

both rear tyres worn to legal limit

o/s front inner chassis damaged

slight play in n/s/front wheel bearing

Pass 21 Sep 2011 96,402 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2010 92,675 miles

both front tractor seals leaking

Pass 13 Mar 2009 86,966 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 80,670 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2008 80,510 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

front hubs oil seals leaking

front number plate deteriorating

Pass 9 Mar 2007 74,030 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2007 73,979 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

front hub oil seals leaking

leaf spring bushes deteriorating

offside rear brake binding slightly

some play in steering

Pass 22 Feb 2006 66,693 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

both front hubs oil seals leaking

Fail 22 Feb 2006 66,693 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

both front hubs oil seals leaking

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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P835 LKP 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 76.9%.

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 P835 LKP, 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 P835 LKP registered?

P835 LKP is a 1997 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 28 February 1997.

Is P835 LKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P835 LKP shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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