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J908 TNF

2005 Toyota Hi Lux

Grey Diesel 2440cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

204,111 mi
Last recorded204,111 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2010
Typical for 2005 Toyota Hi Lux130,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ908 TNF
MakeToyota
ModelHi Lux
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,440cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 20 Apr 2010 204,111 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 204,111 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2009 186,090 miles

Boot doesnot open but window open on boot to alow access

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Rear seats not in use so can not check seatbelts

Slight play in offside front bearing

nearside wiper split on edges

oil leak

slight fluctuation on front discs

slight play in nearside front bearing

Fail 8 Apr 2009 186,017 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Boot doesnot open but window open on boot to alow access

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Rear seats not in use so can not check seatbelts

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside wiper split on edges

oil leak

slight fluctuation on front discs

slight play in nearside front bearing

Pass 19 Apr 2008 156,606 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 24 Mar 2008 155,167 miles

Horn emits two or more alternating tones (1.6.2d)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Mar 2007 123,090 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2007 123,090 miles

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 9 Mar 2006 94,451 miles

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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J908 TNF is a 2005 Toyota Hi Lux in Grey with a 2,440cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2005 Toyota Hi Lux models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 130,324 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 J908 TNF, 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 21 years old, this Toyota Hi Lux is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J908 TNF registered?

J908 TNF is a 2005 Toyota Hi Lux, first registered on 17 February 2005.

Is J908 TNF safe to buy?

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