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M279 ABV

1994 Toyota Hi Lux

Turquoise Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

213,160 mi
Last recorded213,160 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2012
Typical for 1994 Toyota Hi Lux151,592 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM279 ABV
MakeToyota
ModelHi Lux
Year1994
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2012 213,160 miles

slight free play in steering box

Pass 24 Sep 2011 202,026 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 190,802 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 179,150 miles

N/s swivel joint slight oil leak

Offside Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 27 Sep 2008 166,092 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 153,855 miles

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

Fail 29 Sep 2007 153,852 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2006 139,997 miles

Nearside Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Offside Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

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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M279 ABV is a 1994 Toyota Hi Lux in Turquoise with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1994 Toyota Hi Lux models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 151,592 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 M279 ABV, 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 32 years old, this Toyota Hi Lux is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M279 ABV registered?

M279 ABV is a 1994 Toyota Hi Lux, first registered on 16 November 1994.

Is M279 ABV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M279 ABV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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