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DDM 48S

1978 Toyota Hiace

Cream Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2015
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,625 mi
Last recorded54,625 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2014
Typical for 1978 Toyota Hiace53,635 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDDM 48S
MakeToyota
ModelHiace
Year1978
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 29 Apr 2014 54,625 miles

conponent corrosion underneath in places

Pass 29 Apr 2013 54,558 miles

chassis corrosion in places underneath

Pass 3 Apr 2012 54,412 miles

chassis corrosion in places

o/s brakeing system slightly down on porformance

Pass 20 Apr 2011 54,174 miles

body rust and chassis rust underneath + heavily greased and sealed

Pass 27 Apr 2010 53,482 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 53,373 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 53,225 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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DDM 48S is a 1978 Toyota Hiace in Cream with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Toyota Hiace models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 53,635 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 DDM 48S, 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 48 years old, this Toyota Hiace is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DDM 48S?

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What year was DDM 48S registered?

DDM 48S is a 1978 Toyota Hiace, first registered on 25 May 1978.

Is DDM 48S safe to buy?

The MOT history for DDM 48S shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DDM 48S have outstanding finance?

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