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R956 ULU

1997 Toyota Hilux

Blue Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

132,264 mi
Last recorded132,264 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Toyota Hilux120,134 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR956 ULU
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 132,264 miles

Both Front Swivel Housings Weeping

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2025 131,369 miles

Both Front Swivel Housings Weeping

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Jul 2024 130,535 miles

front axle seals leaking slightly

Pass 12 Jul 2023 130,001 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

front axle seals leaking slightly

Pass 27 Jul 2022 128,293 miles

Nearside Front axle seal leaking

Pass 13 Jul 2021 127,317 miles

Nearside Front axle seal leaking

Pass 9 Jul 2020 126,462 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 126,800 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2019 125,792 miles

Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 124,970 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 26 Jul 2018 124,970 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 123,928 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2016 122,897 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 121,789 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2014 120,377 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 117,691 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2012 116,368 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2011 114,952 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 113,522 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2009 111,385 miles

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

n/s front tractor joint seal leaking slightly

Pass 11 Jul 2008 109,315 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2007 107,273 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 104,653 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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R956 ULU is a 1997 Toyota Hilux in Blue with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 R956 ULU, 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 R956 ULU registered?

R956 ULU is a 1997 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 12 August 1997.

Is R956 ULU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R956 ULU shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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