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L5 VRF

2004 Toyota Hi Lux

Black Diesel 2980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

21,593 mi
Last recorded21,593 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2011
Typical for 2004 Toyota Hi Lux143,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL5 VRF
MakeToyota
ModelHi Lux
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,980cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2011 21,593 miles

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 19 Feb 2011 21,593 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 20 Feb 2010 204,785 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 195,261 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 166,935 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 153,219 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2007 153,213 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 10 Oct 2006 138,832 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2006 138,824 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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L5 VRF is a 2004 Toyota Hi Lux in Black with a 2,980cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Toyota Hi Lux models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 143,962 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 L5 VRF, 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 22 years old, this Toyota Hi Lux is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L5 VRF registered?

L5 VRF is a 2004 Toyota Hi Lux, first registered on 17 September 2004.

Is L5 VRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for L5 VRF shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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