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L517 WAV

1999 Toyota Hi Lux

Red Diesel 2770cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

147,511 mi
Last recorded147,511 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Toyota Hi Lux139,506 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL517 WAV
MakeToyota
ModelHi Lux
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,770cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 147,511 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear under baulk head (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear under baulk head (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 20 Apr 2026 147,478 miles

Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (under bulkhead) (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (under bulkhead) (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Apr 2025 145,879 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 22 Apr 2025 145,877 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2024 144,428 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded from tank to engine ()

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Apr 2023 142,938 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 141,522 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Over Axle. (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 25 Apr 2022 141,522 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Over Axle. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Apr 2021 139,938 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 May 2020 138,457 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 135,911 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 134,784 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 133,144 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 131,636 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2016 131,707 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 130,228 miles

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 128,737 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 126,897 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 125,259 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 123,321 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 121,649 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 119,238 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 19 Apr 2008 116,945 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 113,656 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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L517 WAV is a 1999 Toyota Hi Lux in Red with a 2,770cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1999 Toyota Hi Lux models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 139,506 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 L517 WAV, 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 27 years old, this Toyota Hi Lux is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L517 WAV registered?

L517 WAV is a 1999 Toyota Hi Lux, first registered on 13 October 1999.

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The MOT history for L517 WAV shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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