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J530 MTY

1991 Toyota Surf

Grey Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

146,786 mi
Last recorded146,786 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2006
Typical for 1991 Toyota Surf145,606 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ530 MTY
MakeToyota
ModelSurf
Year1991
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2006 146,786 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 21 Jul 2006 146,786 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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J530 MTY is a 1991 Toyota Surf in Grey with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 J530 MTY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J530 MTY?

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What year was J530 MTY registered?

J530 MTY is a 1991 Toyota Surf, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J530 MTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for J530 MTY shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J530 MTY have outstanding finance?

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