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J361 SVV

1997 Toyota Surf

Red Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

226,467 mi
Last recorded226,467 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2006
Typical for 1997 Toyota Surf141,744 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ361 SVV
MakeToyota
ModelSurf
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 18 Dec 2006 226,467 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Surf?

Based on 29,036 MOT tests across 2,374 vehicles.

70.5%
Pass Rate
6,817
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
2,374
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 1,393
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 1,004
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 715
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 673
position lamp(s) not working 578
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J361 SVV is a 1997 Toyota Surf in Red with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Surf models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 141,744 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Surf fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 1,393 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J361 SVV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Surf typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 29 years old, this Toyota Surf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of J361 SVV?

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What year was J361 SVV registered?

J361 SVV is a 1997 Toyota Surf, first registered on 17 March 1997.

Is J361 SVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J361 SVV shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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