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M253 YCE

2009 Toyota Hi Lux Surf

Blue Diesel 2980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

195,239 mi
Last recorded195,239 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM253 YCE
MakeToyota
ModelHi Lux Surf
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,980cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2018 195,239 miles

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)

Pass 31 Oct 2016 185,423 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and heavily perished in tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 170,402 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 153,284 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 136,182 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 124,599 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 115,593 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2010 105,545 miles

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

Fail 26 Aug 2010 105,539 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale missing (1.3.1b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2009 95,701 miles

n/s inner drive shaft gaitor split

play in n/s idler arm

How Reliable is the Toyota Hi Lux Surf?

Based on 3,996 MOT tests across 313 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
7,091
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
313
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 198
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 134
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 110
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 91
constant velocity joint gaiter split 76
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M253 YCE is a 2009 Toyota Hi Lux Surf in Blue with a 2,980cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

The most common reason a Toyota Hi Lux Surf fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 198 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M253 YCE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Hi Lux Surf typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 17 years old, this Toyota Hi Lux Surf is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was M253 YCE registered?

M253 YCE is a 2009 Toyota Hi Lux Surf, first registered on 7 September 2009.

Is M253 YCE safe to buy?

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