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AM53 EVU

2004 Toyota Tacoma

Red Petrol 2438cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2012
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

57,466 mi
Last recorded57,466 miles
Recorded on23 May 2011
Typical for 2004 Toyota Tacoma73,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM53 EVU
MakeToyota
ModelTacoma
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,438cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2011 57,466 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 57,466 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fail 20 May 2011 57,408 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

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

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 49,804 miles

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

Slight play in steering rack mounting bushes

Steel rim on nearside rear

Unable to test rear seatbelts due to subwoofer fitted

Fail 4 Jun 2010 49,804 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Slight play in steering rack mounting bushes

Steel rim on nearside rear

Unable to test rear seatbelts due to subwoofer fitted

How Reliable is the Toyota Tacoma?

Based on 1,464 MOT tests across 441 vehicles.

77.8%
Pass Rate
6,738
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
441
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 31
Side repeater missing 23
fog lamp not working 22
position lamp(s) not working 21
fog lamp missing 18
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AM53 EVU is a 2004 Toyota Tacoma in Red with a 2,438cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 2004 Toyota Tacoma models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 73,832 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 Tacoma fails its MOT is headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AM53 EVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Tacoma typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 22 years old, this Toyota Tacoma is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AM53 EVU registered?

AM53 EVU is a 2004 Toyota Tacoma, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is AM53 EVU safe to buy?

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