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R974 EKG

1997 Toyota Hilux

White Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

143,200 mi
Last recorded143,200 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2019
Typical for 1997 Toyota Hilux120,134 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR974 EKG
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2019 143,200 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 137,231 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 131,331 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2017 131,331 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 124,454 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 117,288 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2015 117,288 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 110,363 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 104,116 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 2 Oct 2012 97,768 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Prop shaft universal joint has slight play

Pass 2 Oct 2012 97,768 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Prop shaft universal joint has slight play

Pass 16 Sep 2011 90,796 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 83,491 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 79,468 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 76,259 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 73,240 miles
Fail 30 May 2007 73,240 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 26 May 2006 70,231 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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R974 EKG is a 1997 Toyota Hilux in White with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R974 EKG, 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 R974 EKG registered?

R974 EKG is a 1997 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 1 December 1997.

Is R974 EKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R974 EKG shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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