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R368 OST

1997 Toyota Hi Lux

Blue Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

104,486 mi
Last recorded104,486 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2006
Typical for 1997 Toyota Hi Lux139,369 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR368 OST
MakeToyota
ModelHi Lux
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2006 104,486 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2006 104,486 miles

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

How Reliable is the Toyota Hi Lux?

Based on 8,506 MOT tests across 1,047 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
6,751
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
1,047
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 387
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 278
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 214
constant velocity joint gaiter split 171
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 167
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R368 OST is a 1997 Toyota Hi Lux in Blue with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Hi Lux models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 139,369 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 Hi Lux fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 387 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R368 OST, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Hi Lux typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Toyota Hi Lux is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R368 OST registered?

R368 OST is a 1997 Toyota Hi Lux, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R368 OST safe to buy?

The MOT history for R368 OST shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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