1997 Toyota Hilux 3.0L Diesel · P305 AKG
1997 Toyota Hilux (3.0L, diesel). First registered 31 Dec 1997. Recorded mileage 206,249 miles. MOT valid until 19 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA HILUX
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 206,249 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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P305 AKG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/08/2026
- 206,249 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring bodywork & corrosion items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
P305 AKG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Toyota Hilux (P305 AKG) between March 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 21 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Bodywork (6 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Brakes (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 22 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”; “Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))”.
P305 AKG Mileage History
- 11/03/2024202,064 mi
- 20/03/2025204,552 mi+2,488 mi
- 10/04/2025204,552 mi
- 11/08/2026206,249 mi+1,697 mi
- 21/08/2026206,249 mi
Average of roughly 1,712 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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