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J508 RTT

2003 Toyota Hi Lux

Blue Diesel 2044cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

179,643 mi
Last recorded179,643 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2009
Typical for 2003 Toyota Hi Lux132,936 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ508 RTT
MakeToyota
ModelHi Lux
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,044cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2009 179,643 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

all tyres have slight cuts but ok at time of test

all tyres perished

Pass 19 Nov 2007 172,782 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2007 172,782 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 14 Nov 2006 161,346 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2006 161,346 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

slight movement to nearside steering idler

Pass 18 Nov 2005 149,256 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2005 149,256 miles

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

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting cracked (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

slight play to n/s steering idler

How Reliable is the Toyota Hi Lux?

Based on 8,506 MOT tests across 1,047 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
6,751
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
1,047
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 387
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 278
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 214
constant velocity joint gaiter split 171
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 167
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J508 RTT is a 2003 Toyota Hi Lux in Blue with a 2,044cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2003 Toyota Hi Lux models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 132,936 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 fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 387 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J508 RTT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Hi Lux typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 23 years old, this Toyota Hi Lux is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J508 RTT registered?

J508 RTT is a 2003 Toyota Hi Lux, first registered on 1 December 2003.

Is J508 RTT safe to buy?

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