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J426 XAJ

1991 Toyota Surf

Grey Diesel 2440cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2013
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

151,218 mi
Last recorded151,218 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2012
Typical for 1991 Toyota Surf145,606 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ426 XAJ
MakeToyota
ModelSurf
Year1991
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,440cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2012 151,218 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front and middle exhaust corroded

hole in rear bumper caused by corrosion but no sharp edges sticking out

Fail 19 Dec 2012 151,216 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

front and middle exhaust corroded

hole in rear bumper caused by corrosion but no sharp edges sticking out

Pass 21 Jul 2011 139,157 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2011 139,157 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2007 121,851 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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J426 XAJ is a 1991 Toyota Surf in Grey with a 2,440cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1991 Toyota Surf models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 145,606 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 Surf fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 1,393 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J426 XAJ, 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 35 years old, this Toyota Surf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J426 XAJ registered?

J426 XAJ is a 1991 Toyota Surf, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J426 XAJ safe to buy?

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