No, R824 PCJ is currently recorded as untaxed in official DVLA vehicle records.

When is the MOT due for R824 PCJ?

The MOT for R824 PCJ is valid and due for renewal on or before 14 March 2013.

What is the recorded mileage of R824 PCJ?

The recorded mileage for R824 PCJ is 149,119 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is R824 PCJ ULEZ compliant?

No, R824 PCJ does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

1997 Toyota Hilux 2.4L Diesel · R824 PCJ

R824 PCJ

1997 Toyota Hilux (2.4L, diesel). First registered 01 Nov 1997. Recorded mileage 149,119 miles. MOT expired on 14 Mar 2013.

Make & Model: TOYOTA HILUX
Year / Origin: 1997 · Reading
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Expired on 14 Mar 2013
Road Tax: Untaxed (18 Apr 2013)
Recorded Mileage: 149,119 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: DIESEL · 2.4L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Expired

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Tax due 18 Apr 2013

Fuel Type

DIESEL

Year

1997

Engine

2446cc

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R824 PCJ Key Findings

12 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 14/03/2012
149,119 miles recorded at latest MOT
5 historical MOT failures
2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (18 mentions)

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R824 PCJ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 14 Nov 2026, 07:31

MOT Analysis

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12 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Toyota Hilux (R824 PCJ) between February 2006 and March 2012.

The record contains 7 passes and 5 failures.

The most recent test on 14 March 2012 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (18 issues), Suspension (14 issues), Tyres (11 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Windscreen (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 30 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: “Nearside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing bolt insecure (2.4.B.7b)”; “Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)”; “Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)”.

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R824 PCJ Mileage History

13/02/2006108,412 mi
14/02/2006108,438 mi+26 mi
14/02/2007116,211 mi+7,773 mi
07/02/2008122,239 mi+6,028 mi
14/02/2008122,240 mi+1 mi
17/02/2009129,415 mi+7,175 mi
18/02/2009129,415 mi
26/02/2010135,751 mi+6,336 mi
26/02/2010135,752 mi+1 mi
03/03/2011142,693 mi+6,941 mi
15/03/2011142,695 mi+2 mi
14/03/2012149,119 mi+6,424 mi

Average of roughly 6,694 miles per year across 12 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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