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L227 MGM

2003 Toyota Surf

Blue Diesel 2980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2014
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

160,024 mi
Last recorded160,024 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2013
Typical for 2003 Toyota Surf146,280 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL227 MGM
MakeToyota
ModelSurf
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,980cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 4 Jun 2013 160,024 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 158,302 miles

corrosion to front and rear bumpers

Pass 10 Sep 2010 133,738 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 131,622 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 129,149 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 124,881 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 115,807 miles

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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L227 MGM is a 2003 Toyota Surf in Blue with a 2,980cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Toyota Surf models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 146,280 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 L227 MGM, 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 23 years old, this Toyota Surf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L227 MGM registered?

L227 MGM is a 2003 Toyota Surf, first registered on 16 October 2003.

Is L227 MGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for L227 MGM shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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