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Y578 OVN

1997 Toyota Hilux

Blue Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

109,779 mi
Last recorded109,779 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2009
Typical for 1997 Toyota Hilux120,134 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY578 OVN
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2009 109,779 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 99,138 miles

slight play on steering idler bush

Pass 1 Jun 2007 90,022 miles
Fail 31 May 2007 90,020 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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Y578 OVN is a 1997 Toyota Hilux in Blue 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 Y578 OVN, 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

How do I check the history of Y578 OVN?

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What year was Y578 OVN registered?

Y578 OVN is a 1997 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 8 August 1997.

Is Y578 OVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y578 OVN 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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