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DE03 FAM

2003 Toyota Hiace

Red Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

274,938 mi
Last recorded274,938 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Toyota Hiace113,741 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE03 FAM
MakeToyota
ModelHiace
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Fail 28 Nov 2019 274,938 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner and outer sill/ access step (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill/ access step (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

vehicle has general under body and component surface corrosion

Pass 12 Nov 2018 272,506 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

vehicle has general under body and component surface corrosion

Pass 25 Nov 2017 270,465 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

high level brake light not working

rear differential mounting rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excess movement

Fail 23 Nov 2017 270,465 miles

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

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

high level brake light not working

rear differential mounting rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excess movement

Pass 3 Nov 2016 259,125 miles

Central Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement differential (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Nov 2015 245,309 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2015 245,309 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to wheel cylinder (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 220,406 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 27 Nov 2014 220,406 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

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

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both rear tyres close to wear bars

various warning lamps illuminated

Pass 29 Nov 2013 202,296 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 180,253 miles

high level brake light not working

Pass 23 Nov 2011 165,645 miles

both rear tyers worn on inner edag

rad in pour condition

Pass 3 Nov 2010 150,022 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 138,231 miles

Clutch pedal anti-slip is missing.

Fail 23 Nov 2009 138,231 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Clutch pedal anti-slip is missing.

Fail 14 Apr 2008 96,934 miles

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

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

front registration plate cracked

Pass 14 Apr 2008 96,934 miles

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

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

front registration plate cracked

Pass 17 Mar 2007 78,931 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 59,708 miles

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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DE03 FAM is a 2003 Toyota Hiace in Red with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2003 Toyota Hiace models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 113,741 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 Hiace fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 8,788 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DE03 FAM, 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 23 years old, this Toyota Hiace is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DE03 FAM registered?

DE03 FAM is a 2003 Toyota Hiace, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is DE03 FAM safe to buy?

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