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L381 RKU

1994 Toyota Hiace

White Diesel 2779cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

95,385 mi
Last recorded95,385 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2025
Typical for 1994 Toyota Hiace132,140 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL381 RKU
MakeToyota
ModelHiace
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,779cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2025 95,385 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 95,285 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 95,212 miles

Rear Leaf spring modified but not seriously weakened rusty req moor wax oil denso grease tape to preserve both rears (5.3.1 (d) (i))

wax oil top up rear axle back plates rusty all dry areas

Fail 18 Aug 2022 95,204 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake and fuel pipes covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 94,967 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 94,381 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Aug 2020 94,379 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 May 2019 92,759 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material retaining clip area (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 May 2018 91,176 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play AS SLIGHT LIFT IN JOINT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

TOP UP WAX OIL DRY AREAS

Pass 31 May 2017 89,136 miles

Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion body outrigger rear of rear wheel (6.1.B.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired both sides (2.4.B.1c)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides front and rear perishing (4.1.E.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion both sides outer sills (6.1.B.2)

Pass 19 May 2016 86,766 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides inner faces (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion body outrigger outer (6.1.B.2)

Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired both sides (2.4.B.1c)

Pass 18 May 2015 84,693 miles

SILLS FLOOR CHASSI BRAKE PIPES BRAKE HOSES ARE ALL GOOD REQ WAX OIL TOP UP PREVENTIVE MAINTANACE DOES WORK

Pass 30 May 2014 83,194 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 82,344 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 80,913 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 79,194 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 123,923 miles

Offside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

How Reliable is the Toyota Hiace?

Based on 336,612 MOT tests across 26,029 vehicles.

73.3%
Pass Rate
6,628
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
26,029
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 8,788
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,062
position lamp(s) not working 7,572
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,329
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush 6,444
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L381 RKU is a 1994 Toyota Hiace in White with a 2,779cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1994 Toyota Hiace models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 132,140 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Hiace fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 8,788 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L381 RKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Hiace typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 32 years old, this Toyota Hiace is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L381 RKU registered?

L381 RKU is a 1994 Toyota Hiace, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L381 RKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L381 RKU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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