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R952 YJV

1997 Toyota Hilux

White Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

187,881 mi
Last recorded187,881 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2007
Typical for 1997 Toyota Hilux120,134 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR952 YJV
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2007 187,881 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2007 187,880 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2006 180,186 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2005 169,271 miles

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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R952 YJV is a 1997 Toyota Hilux in White with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R952 YJV, 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 R952 YJV registered?

R952 YJV is a 1997 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 8 October 1997.

Is R952 YJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R952 YJV shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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