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K847 VKR

2003 Toyota Hi Lux Surf

Blue Diesel 2440cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2015
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

246,987 mi
Last recorded246,987 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2014
Typical for 2003 Toyota Hi Lux Surf138,262 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK847 VKR
MakeToyota
ModelHi Lux Surf
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,440cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2014 246,987 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 235,958 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Aug 2012 224,005 miles

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

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

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 201,830 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

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

Nearside front bumper slightly damaged - indicator slightly out of position but still functional

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Jul 2010 190,476 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Jul 2009 180,919 miles

Front number plate deteriorating slightly

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 27 Jun 2009 180,737 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Front number plate deteriorating slightly

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 169,721 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 158,824 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 143,594 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2005 126,732 miles

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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K847 VKR is a 2003 Toyota Hi Lux Surf in Blue with a 2,440cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2003 Toyota Hi Lux Surf models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 138,262 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 K847 VKR, 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 23 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 K847 VKR registered?

K847 VKR is a 2003 Toyota Hi Lux Surf, first registered on 1 July 2003.

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