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L642 GTG

2004 Toyota Hi Lux

Green Diesel 2980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2022
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

196,174 mi
Last recorded196,174 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2022
Typical for 2004 Toyota Hi Lux143,962 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL642 GTG
MakeToyota
ModelHi Lux
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,980cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Fail 14 Feb 2022 196,174 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating both (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush bottom bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis at coil spring (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced centre under sill x2 (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush top bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced above coil spring (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced centre crossmember above fuel tank (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced centre crossmember that pan hard bar bolts to (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 29 Jan 2021 186,697 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

underside corroded

underside very dirty

Fail 20 Jan 2021 186,686 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced 1/4 (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting shock mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced 1/4 panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced 1/4 (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting spring mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

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

underside corroded

underside very dirty

Pass 10 Sep 2019 177,489 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2019 177,488 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached bottom bolt loose (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced under sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 175,148 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2018 175,147 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill x3 (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 172,629 miles

Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 171,408 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2016 171,408 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 169,060 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2015 169,060 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 166,021 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 160,000 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 160,000 miles

nearside cv boot perrished

slight play in front nearside wheel bearing

Pass 20 Jul 2011 160,004 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2011 160,000 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Apr 2008 130,357 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008 130,283 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

advise chip to os front headlamp glass

Pass 20 Apr 2007 126,962 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2006 120,545 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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L642 GTG is a 2004 Toyota Hi Lux in Green with a 2,980cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 L642 GTG, 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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L642 GTG is a 2004 Toyota Hi Lux, first registered on 1 May 2004.

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