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E497 WFM

1987 Toyota Hiace

Blue Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

55,301 mi
Last recorded55,301 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2017
Typical for 1987 Toyota Hiace127,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE497 WFM
MakeToyota
ModelHiace
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2017 55,301 miles

rusty underneath

Fail 6 Feb 2017 55,295 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

rusty underneath

Pass 1 Aug 2009 53,947 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 53,932 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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E497 WFM is a 1987 Toyota Hiace in Blue with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1987 Toyota Hiace models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 127,158 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 E497 WFM, 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 39 years old, this Toyota Hiace is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E497 WFM registered?

E497 WFM is a 1987 Toyota Hiace, first registered on 11 August 1987.

Is E497 WFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E497 WFM shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E497 WFM have outstanding finance?

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