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AE57 VBC

2008 Toyota 4-RUNNER

Black Petrol 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

130,423 mi
Last recorded130,423 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota 4-RUNNER89,849 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE57 VBC
MakeToyota
Model4-RUNNER
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 130,423 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2024 130,414 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Oct 2023 129,930 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 125,309 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 117,174 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 108,047 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 104,538 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 98,465 miles

Front number plate poor

T P M S light on

Pass 29 Jun 2017 94,621 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Side repeater obscured but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2d)

Offside Front Side repeater obscured but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2d)

Fail 21 Jun 2017 94,572 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Side repeater obscured but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2d)

Offside Front Side repeater obscured but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2d)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 93,053 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2016 93,053 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 89,849 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 89,849 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2014 74,104 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 54,978 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 35,136 miles
Fail 12 May 2012 35,136 miles

Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

How Reliable is the Toyota 4-RUNNER?

Based on 23,015 MOT tests across 2,646 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
5,512
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
2,646
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,155
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 697
fog lamp not working 645
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 601
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 584
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AE57 VBC is a 2008 Toyota 4-RUNNER in Black with a 2,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 Toyota 4-RUNNER models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 89,849 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 4-RUNNER fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,155 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE57 VBC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota 4-RUNNER typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 18 years old, this Toyota 4-RUNNER is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE57 VBC registered?

AE57 VBC is a 2008 Toyota 4-RUNNER, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is AE57 VBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE57 VBC shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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