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A14 JAF

1985 Toyota Hiace

White Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

73,531 mi
Last recorded73,531 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 1985 Toyota Hiace77,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA14 JAF
MakeToyota
ModelHiace
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 73,531 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 73,477 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Dec 2016 71,615 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 70,952 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 70,672 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 70,394 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 70,389 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 70,364 miles

crack in front plate

rear brake pipes rusty

rear exh in poor condition

tyre walls perishing

wear n/s lower ball joint

Pass 24 Apr 2009 70,271 miles

crack in front plate

dampness around steering box

wear front disc

Fail 23 Apr 2009 70,271 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

crack in front plate

dampness around steering box

wear front disc

Pass 7 May 2008 70,065 miles

advanced rust on exhaust system

minor rust to mid chassis laminates

surface rust to front suspension wheel stations

Pass 18 Apr 2007 69,640 miles

All under greased and undersealed

End float rear bearings

Front plate cracked

Pass 6 Sep 2006 69,439 miles

front plate cracked

How Reliable is the Toyota Hiace?

Based on 336,612 MOT tests across 26,029 vehicles.

73.3%
Pass Rate
6,628
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
26,029
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 8,788
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,062
position lamp(s) not working 7,572
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,329
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush 6,444
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A14 JAF is a 1985 Toyota Hiace in White with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1985 Toyota Hiace models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 77,763 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Hiace fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 8,788 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A14 JAF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Hiace typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 41 years old, this Toyota Hiace is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A14 JAF registered?

A14 JAF is a 1985 Toyota Hiace, first registered on 10 June 1985.

Is A14 JAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A14 JAF shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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