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H523 PEF

1990 Toyota Hi Lux Surf

Blue Diesel 2440cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

242,297 mi
Last recorded242,297 miles
Recorded on5 May 2010
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH523 PEF
MakeToyota
ModelHi Lux Surf
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,440cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2010 242,297 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 20 Sep 2008 215,650 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 4 Jul 2007 185,517 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

brake imbalance nearing limits

Pass 28 Jun 2006 156,300 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2006 156,300 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Toyota Hi Lux Surf?

Based on 3,996 MOT tests across 313 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
7,091
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
313
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 198
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 134
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 110
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 91
constant velocity joint gaiter split 76
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H523 PEF is a 1990 Toyota Hi Lux Surf in Blue with a 2,440cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Toyota Hi Lux Surf fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 198 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H523 PEF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Hi Lux Surf typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 36 years old, this Toyota Hi Lux Surf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H523 PEF registered?

H523 PEF is a 1990 Toyota Hi Lux Surf, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is H523 PEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for H523 PEF shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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