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AA53 RAM

2003 Toyota Hilux

White Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

283,228 mi
Last recorded283,228 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Toyota Hilux115,284 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA53 RAM
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2017 283,228 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 272,525 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 256,993 miles

Oil leak

accident damage to front of vehical

n/s/f indicator holed

Fail 14 Mar 2015 256,993 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Oil leak

accident damage to front of vehical

n/s/f indicator holed

Pass 7 Mar 2014 245,261 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 5 Mar 2014 245,595 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Feb 2013 232,244 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Nov 2011 199,949 miles

both rear tyres worn

Fail 1 Nov 2011 199,490 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Outer Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

both rear tyres worn

Pass 27 Oct 2010 175,107 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2010 175,073 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Front Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

front pads look low

Pass 8 Oct 2009 155,803 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2009 155,803 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2008 136,349 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 110,968 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 87,103 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s/r tyre worn low

How Reliable is the Toyota Hilux?

Based on 1,500,658 MOT tests across 146,528 vehicles.

73.1%
Pass Rate
7,298
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
146,528
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 30,380
Brake pipe excessively corroded 30,017
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 25,129
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,123
position lamp(s) not working 22,068
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AA53 RAM is a 2003 Toyota Hilux in White with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2003 Toyota Hilux models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 115,284 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 Hilux fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 30,380 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AA53 RAM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Hilux typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 23 years old, this Toyota Hilux is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AA53 RAM registered?

AA53 RAM is a 2003 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 9 September 2003.

Is AA53 RAM safe to buy?

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