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R276 XDM

1997 Toyota Hilux

Red Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2012
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

80,371 mi
Last recorded80,371 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2011
Typical for 1997 Toyota Hilux120,134 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR276 XDM
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc
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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2011 80,371 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2010 75,034 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 75,034 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 May 2009 69,237 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Fail 8 May 2009 69,237 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

Nearside Rear Lower Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2008 66,070 miles

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

Fail 21 Nov 2008 66,070 miles

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

Nearside Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2007 60,043 miles

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

Fail 13 Aug 2007 60,043 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2006 56,424 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2006 56,424 miles

Centre Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

offside battery insecure

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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R276 XDM is a 1997 Toyota Hilux in Red with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R276 XDM, 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 R276 XDM registered?

R276 XDM is a 1997 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 30 September 1997.

Is R276 XDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R276 XDM shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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