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LNP 946T

1979 Toyota Hiace

White Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

78,299 mi
Last recorded78,299 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2019
Typical for 1979 Toyota Hiace60,855 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLNP 946T
MakeToyota
ModelHiace
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2019 78,299 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 78,299 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 78,299 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Fail 27 Jun 2017 78,299 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Nearside rear brake application uneven brake also grabbing violently (3.7.B.2)

Nearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 23 Jun 2016 78,299 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 78,299 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jun 2014 78,299 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 78,299 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 78,299 miles

all brake hose starting to perish

Fail 4 Apr 2011 78,299 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

brake hoses starting to perish

Pass 8 May 2009 78,134 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Jun 2007 76,808 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2007 76,808 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2006 75,408 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Hiace?

Based on 336,612 MOT tests across 26,029 vehicles.

73.3%
Pass Rate
6,628
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
26,029
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 8,788
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,062
position lamp(s) not working 7,572
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,329
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush 6,444
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LNP 946T is a 1979 Toyota Hiace in White with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1979 Toyota Hiace models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 60,855 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Hiace fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 8,788 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LNP 946T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Hiace typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 47 years old, this Toyota Hiace is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LNP 946T registered?

LNP 946T is a 1979 Toyota Hiace, first registered on 12 January 1979.

Is LNP 946T safe to buy?

The MOT history for LNP 946T shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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