CarVerify

Free Car Check

XIL 6901

1998 Toyota Hi Lux

Green Diesel 2500cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

171,281 mi
Last recorded171,281 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2009
Typical for 1998 Toyota Hi Lux159,013 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Toyota
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationXIL 6901
MakeToyota
ModelHi Lux
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 15 Oct 2009 171,281 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2009 171,281 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2008 169,230 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2007 160,839 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2007 160,832 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Oct 2006 156,335 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2006 156,335 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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
Full Toyota Hi Lux reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

XIL 6901 is a 1998 Toyota Hi Lux in Green with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1998 Toyota Hi Lux models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 159,013 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 XIL 6901, 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 28 years old, this Toyota Hi Lux is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XIL 6901?

You can check the full history of XIL 6901 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was XIL 6901 registered?

XIL 6901 is a 1998 Toyota Hi Lux, first registered on 11 December 1998.

Is XIL 6901 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XIL 6901 shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XIL 6901 have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on XIL 6901. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.