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K8 HLX

1998 Toyota Hi Lux Surf

Silver Petrol 2690cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

217,021 mi
Last recorded217,021 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK8 HLX
MakeToyota
ModelHi Lux Surf
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,690cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2026 217,021 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all front components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all rear components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

all of underside covered in underseal

Pass 30 Mar 2023 214,306 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 210,514 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Fail 9 Mar 2022 210,514 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 12 Aug 2020 206,153 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 197,271 miles

Nearside Rear bump stop missing

Pass 6 Apr 2018 187,695 miles

Exhaust support mounting corroded and detached

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

Nearside tie rod inner joint has wear/play

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

Rear cooling pipes excessively corroded

Pass 6 Dec 2016 180,641 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 173,978 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 163,233 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 149,657 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2012 130,666 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 122,065 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 108,837 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 21 Oct 2009 93,403 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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K8 HLX is a 1998 Toyota Hi Lux Surf in Silver with a 2,690cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 K8 HLX, 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 28 years old, this Toyota Hi Lux Surf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K8 HLX registered?

K8 HLX is a 1998 Toyota Hi Lux Surf, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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The MOT history for K8 HLX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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