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FBV 597W

1980 Toyota Hiace

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

92,780 mi
Last recorded92,780 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2021
Typical for 1980 Toyota Hiace70,570 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFBV 597W
MakeToyota
ModelHiace
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2021 92,780 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2021 92,780 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Vehicle structure strengthening plate or fastening insecure by steering box (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch x2 (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Spare wheel carrier fractured (6.1.5 (a))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 92,780 miles

Nearside Rear Floor area corroded.

Offside Front floor area corroded

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Jul 2019 92,780 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Floor area corroded.

Offside Front floor area corroded

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Mar 2019 92,780 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board (6.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2016 92,780 miles

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Offside Front tyre perished

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

Offside Rear brake slight bind

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

oil leak

sump corroded

Pass 8 Jul 2015 92,780 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 92,780 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

osf jacking point has slight corrrosion

Pass 11 Jul 2014 92,780 miles

nearside rear tyre cracking in side wall

Pass 16 Jul 2013 92,780 miles

The whole underneath of vehicle has been cover in a black sealant, unable ti inspect for corrosion on bodywork, brake pipes, mountings etc

Pass 13 Jul 2012 92,780 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 92,780 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 92,780 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 92,780 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 92,780 miles

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

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

o/s front wheel bearing slightly rough

Pass 27 Jun 2007 92,780 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2007 92,780 miles

Centre Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 6 May 2006 92,780 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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FBV 597W is a 1980 Toyota Hiace in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1980 Toyota Hiace models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 70,570 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 FBV 597W, 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 46 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 FBV 597W registered?

FBV 597W is a 1980 Toyota Hiace, first registered on 1 October 1980.

Is FBV 597W safe to buy?

The MOT history for FBV 597W shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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