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L657 SWR

2005 Toyota Hi Lux

Blue Diesel 2980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2011
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

182,598 mi
Last recorded182,598 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2010
Typical for 2005 Toyota Hi Lux130,324 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL657 SWR
MakeToyota
ModelHi Lux
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,980cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2010 182,598 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2010 182,201 miles

Nearside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 26 Oct 2009 159,329 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 134,606 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 123,075 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 109,586 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2005 98,782 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2005 98,782 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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L657 SWR is a 2005 Toyota Hi Lux in Blue with a 2,980cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Toyota Hi Lux models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 130,324 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 L657 SWR, 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 21 years old, this Toyota Hi Lux is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L657 SWR registered?

L657 SWR is a 2005 Toyota Hi Lux, first registered on 20 September 2005.

Is L657 SWR safe to buy?

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