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F149 TMU

1989 Toyota Hilux

Blue Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

139,156 mi
Last recorded139,156 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2013
Typical for 1989 Toyota Hilux137,564 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF149 TMU
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2013 139,156 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Intermediate drop arm modified, but not inappropriately (2.2.C.1e)

IMPORTANT .... ALL 4 FRONT SHOCKABSORBERS SUSPECT NOT DAMPING AND EMPTY CASINGS HEAVILY REPAIRED AND PAINTED ,, NEW REQUIRED ASAP

Intermediate drop arm modified, but not inappropriately (2.2.C.1e)

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Intermediate drop arm modified, but not inappropriately (2.2.C.1e)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

additional switch provided rear side lamps

suspect brake calipers ground away to clear roadwheels , if correct new calipers required

vehicle totally remanufactured , front / rear suspension / steering all non oe , manty welded repairs

wheels and tyres non oe all oversize

Pass 15 Nov 2012 136,193 miles

Vehicle totally modified all secure and servicable .modified suspension. steering. drive line .brakes and body

Fail 15 Nov 2012 136,193 miles

Offside Front Upper Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Vehicle totally modified all secure and servicable .modified suspension. steering. drive line .brakes and body

Pass 10 Nov 2011 131,316 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 9 Nov 2010 126,152 miles

Oil leak

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

front hub seals leaking

Pass 23 Oct 2009 120,422 miles

this vehicle is fitted with none standard suspension

Fail 22 Oct 2009 120,422 miles

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

o/s/f wheel arch moulding inscure

this vehicle is fitted with none standard suspension

Pass 25 Oct 2008 115,391 miles

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

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

slight play in rear drag link end

Fail 18 Oct 2008 115,214 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Rear Brake back plate(s) securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Upper Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

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

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

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

slight play in rear drag link end

Pass 13 Oct 2007 109,390 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 13 Oct 2007 109,390 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 Oct 2006 105,836 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2005 101,500 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Hilux?

Based on 1,500,658 MOT tests across 146,528 vehicles.

73.1%
Pass Rate
7,298
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
146,528
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 30,380
Brake pipe excessively corroded 30,017
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 25,129
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,123
position lamp(s) not working 22,068
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F149 TMU is a 1989 Toyota Hilux in Blue with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1989 Toyota Hilux models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 137,564 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Hilux fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 30,380 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F149 TMU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Hilux typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 37 years old, this Toyota Hilux is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F149 TMU registered?

F149 TMU is a 1989 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 8 May 1989.

Is F149 TMU safe to buy?

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