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J457 MHC

1992 Toyota Hi Lux Surf

Blue Diesel 2440cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

231,898 mi
Last recorded231,898 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2009
Typical for 1992 Toyota Hi Lux Surf147,054 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ457 MHC
MakeToyota
ModelHi Lux Surf
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,440cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2009 231,898 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2008 215,970 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2007 191,499 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 167,368 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2006 167,332 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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J457 MHC is a 1992 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%.

Across all 1992 Toyota Hi Lux Surf models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 147,054 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 J457 MHC, 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 34 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 J457 MHC registered?

J457 MHC is a 1992 Toyota Hi Lux Surf, first registered on 31 December 1992.

Is J457 MHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J457 MHC 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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