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R970 FGR

1997 Toyota Hilux

Blue Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

136,125 mi
Last recorded136,125 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2015
Typical for 1997 Toyota Hilux120,134 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR970 FGR
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2015 136,125 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion all over (6.1.B.2)

Pass 3 Feb 2014 126,555 miles

underneath car rusty.......n/s/f bearing slight play

Pass 12 Sep 2012 123,187 miles

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

Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Fail 31 Aug 2012 122,972 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)

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

Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 119,996 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 114,294 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2008 105,778 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 96,166 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 87,431 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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R970 FGR is a 1997 Toyota Hilux in Blue with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R970 FGR, 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 R970 FGR registered?

R970 FGR is a 1997 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 25 November 1997.

Is R970 FGR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R970 FGR shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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