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L722 RHL

2005 Toyota Surf

Blue Diesel 2980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

204,023 mi
Last recorded204,023 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Toyota Surf151,820 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL722 RHL
MakeToyota
ModelSurf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,980cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 204,023 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jul 2025 204,023 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))

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

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 203,622 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

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

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 197,015 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 195,467 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 184,323 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 184,323 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 184,323 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 184,323 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded on axle (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 17 May 2018 184,323 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded on axle (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 May 2017 184,323 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 May 2016 153,471 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 152,604 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 149,557 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 145,598 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 142,757 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 141,676 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 136,834 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 130,575 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 124,271 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 118,502 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 110,866 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Surf?

Based on 29,036 MOT tests across 2,374 vehicles.

70.5%
Pass Rate
6,817
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
2,374
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 1,393
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 1,004
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 715
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 673
position lamp(s) not working 578
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L722 RHL is a 2005 Toyota Surf in Blue with a 2,980cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2005 Toyota Surf models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 151,820 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Surf fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 1,393 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L722 RHL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Surf typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 21 years old, this Toyota Surf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L722 RHL registered?

L722 RHL is a 2005 Toyota Surf, first registered on 1 May 2005.

Is L722 RHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L722 RHL shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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