No, P281 SDE is currently registered under SORN (Statutory Off Road Notification) with the DVLA.

When is the MOT due for P281 SDE?

The MOT for P281 SDE is valid and due for renewal on or before 9 October 2009.

What is the recorded mileage of P281 SDE?

The recorded mileage for P281 SDE is 45,600 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is P281 SDE ULEZ compliant?

No, P281 SDE 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 · P281 SDE

P281 SDE

1997 Toyota Hilux (2.4L, diesel). First registered 01/04/1997. Recorded mileage 45,600 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.

Make & Model: TOYOTA HILUX
Year / Origin: 1997 · Preston
MOT Status: Valid until 09/10/2009
Road Tax: SORN
Recorded Mileage: 45,600 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: DIESEL · 2.4L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 09/10/2009

Tax Status

SORN

Statutory Off Road (SORN)

Mileage: 45,600 mi
Fuel Type: DIESEL
Year: 1997
Engine: 2446cc

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P281 SDE Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 10/10/2008
45,600 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (3 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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! No MOT history found

! Older vehicle

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P281 SDE Mileage History

18/07/200631,501 mi
13/07/200738,138 mi+6,637 mi
17/07/200738,199 mi+61 mi
06/10/200845,594 mi+7,395 mi
10/10/200845,600 mi+6 mi

Average of roughly 6,319 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

P281 SDE MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 21 Sept 2026, 10:32

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Toyota Hilux (P281 SDE) between July 2006 and October 2008.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 10 October 2008 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: Suspension (3 issues), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 1 advisory notice is 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 Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (”; “Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)”; “Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)”.

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