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M281 TVM

2002 Toyota Surf

Blue Diesel 3000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

227,030 mi
Last recorded227,030 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Toyota Surf160,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM281 TVM
MakeToyota
ModelSurf
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 227,030 miles

Exhaust System Deteriorated

Front Suspension components corroded

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 27 Apr 2026 227,028 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Box (6.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust System Deteriorated

Front Suspension components corroded

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Apr 2025 220,716 miles

Exhaust System Deteriorated

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2024 214,286 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks on outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks on outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Underneath vehicle in rusty condition

Pass 28 Apr 2023 208,099 miles

Offside Rear cracking on outside wall

exhaust corroded

rear bumper corroded

underneath vehicle rusty

Pass 4 Jul 2022 205,066 miles

Offside Rear Tyre Cracks on Outer Wall

Rear Bumper Corroded

Rear Exhaust Box Deteriorated

Underneath vehicle in Rusty Condition

Pass 5 Jul 2021 198,560 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre Wearing on Outer Edge

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust Box Deteriorated

Fail 3 Jul 2021 198,556 miles

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Sill Rusty and Holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre Wearing on Outer Edge

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust Box Deteriorated

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 193,761 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 188,470 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 185,284 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 177,347 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 167,589 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

corrosion to rear bumper tape applied

Pass 26 Mar 2013 163,055 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

slight weep power steering pump

Pass 29 Mar 2012 159,112 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2011 155,965 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2010 152,564 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Jan 2010 152,564 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 141,291 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

n/s steering idler slight play

Pass 24 Nov 2008 141,291 miles

n/s steering idler slight play

Pass 5 Dec 2007 129,337 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2006 118,501 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2005 101,854 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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M281 TVM is a 2002 Toyota Surf in Blue with a 3,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2002 Toyota Surf models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 160,711 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 M281 TVM, 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 24 years old, this Toyota Surf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M281 TVM registered?

M281 TVM is a 2002 Toyota Surf, first registered on 1 October 2002.

Is M281 TVM safe to buy?

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