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A9 XDA

1996 Toyota Surf

Blue Lpg 2699cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

131,416 mi
Last recorded131,416 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2016
Typical for 1996 Toyota Surf153,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 XDA
MakeToyota
ModelSurf
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typeLpg
Engine2,699cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2016 131,416 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 121,162 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 17 Oct 2015 121,162 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 112,408 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2014 112,408 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Nov 2013 91,703 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2013 91,675 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 21 Nov 2012 71,217 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2012 71,217 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 24 Nov 2011 68,096 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 24 Nov 2011 68,096 miles

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Nov 2010 63,209 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 57,742 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 53,226 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 45,082 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

How Reliable is the Toyota Surf?

Based on 29,036 MOT tests across 2,374 vehicles.

70.5%
Pass Rate
6,817
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
2,374
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 1,393
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 1,004
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 715
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 673
position lamp(s) not working 578
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A9 XDA is a 1996 Toyota Surf in Blue with a 2,699cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Toyota Surf models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 153,746 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 Surf fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 1,393 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A9 XDA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Surf typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 30 years old, this Toyota Surf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A9 XDA?

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What year was A9 XDA registered?

A9 XDA is a 1996 Toyota Surf, first registered on 1 January 1996.

Is A9 XDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A9 XDA shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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