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J501 BAR

1999 Toyota Hi Lux Surf

Grey Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

164,086 mi
Last recorded164,086 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ501 BAR
MakeToyota
ModelHi Lux Surf
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 25 Sep 2006 164,086 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Sep 2006 164,086 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2005 153,352 miles

O/S/F headlamp stone chipped

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Windscreen stone chipped

Fail 13 Sep 2005 153,120 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

O/S/F headlamp stone chipped

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Windscreen stone chipped

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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J501 BAR is a 1999 Toyota Hi Lux Surf in Grey with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 J501 BAR, 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 27 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 J501 BAR registered?

J501 BAR is a 1999 Toyota Hi Lux Surf, first registered on 8 September 1999.

Is J501 BAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J501 BAR shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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