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J387 TNF

2003 Toyota Hi Lux Surf

Red Diesel 2440cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

204,287 mi
Last recorded204,287 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2009
Typical for 2003 Toyota Hi Lux Surf138,262 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ387 TNF
MakeToyota
ModelHi Lux Surf
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,440cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2009 204,287 miles

exhaust system getting corroded

fuel tank support structure getting corroded

some play steering reaction balljoints

Fail 14 Feb 2009 204,286 miles

Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.4.B.1)

Nearside Front Intermediate drop arm damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

engine oil leak

engine water leak

fuel tank support structure getting corroded

radiator showing signs of leaking

some play steering reaction balljoints

Pass 6 Mar 2008 20,204 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

slight bend in steering lower shaft

slight damage o/s/r seat belt

Fail 3 Mar 2008 20,204 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

slight bend in steering lower shaft

slight damage o/s/r seat belt

Pass 9 Mar 2007 189,482 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2007 189,339 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2006 173,425 miles

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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J387 TNF is a 2003 Toyota Hi Lux Surf in Red with a 2,440cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2003 Toyota Hi Lux Surf models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 138,262 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 J387 TNF, 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 23 years old, this Toyota Hi Lux Surf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J387 TNF registered?

J387 TNF is a 2003 Toyota Hi Lux Surf, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is J387 TNF safe to buy?

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