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DF03 ZFJ

2003 Toyota Previa

Silver Petrol 2362cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2020
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

180,716 mi
Last recorded180,716 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Toyota Previa102,422 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF03 ZFJ
MakeToyota
ModelPrevia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,362cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2019 180,716 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2019 180,716 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 8 Feb 2018 178,375 miles

Oil leak ()

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

eml on

Pass 2 Feb 2017 177,023 miles

Oil leak ()

eml on

Pass 4 Feb 2016 171,302 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

childseat fitted

engine management lamp on

item removed

oil leak

Fail 3 Feb 2016 171,295 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Nearside Front tyre under inflated

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

childseat fitted

engine management lamp on

item removed

oil leak

Pass 17 Dec 2014 167,582 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Nov 2013 161,866 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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

Oil leak

engine management light on

Fail 26 Nov 2013 161,864 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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

Oil leak

engine management light on

Pass 7 Mar 2012 146,423 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 144,985 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2011 144,985 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)

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

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

heavy oil leaking onto offside front suspension & wishbone bushes

Oil leak

Pass 31 Oct 2011 142,551 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Fail 31 Oct 2011 142,846 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Mar 2011 124,491 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2011 124,491 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 Aug 2010 116,807 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2010 116,807 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 105,322 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 102,240 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 90,667 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2007 69,022 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 54,551 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Previa?

Based on 509,000 MOT tests across 39,906 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
6,517
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
39,906
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,856
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 23,987
Stop lamp not working 19,738
position lamp(s) not working 18,199
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 13,696
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DF03 ZFJ is a 2003 Toyota Previa in Silver with a 2,362cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 2003 Toyota Previa models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 102,422 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 Previa fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,856 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DF03 ZFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Previa typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 23 years old, this Toyota Previa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DF03 ZFJ registered?

DF03 ZFJ is a 2003 Toyota Previa, first registered on 13 August 2003.

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