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M296 EAH

2003 Toyota Surf

Red Diesel 2980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

221,209 mi
Last recorded221,209 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Toyota Surf146,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM296 EAH
MakeToyota
ModelSurf
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,980cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2015 221,209 miles

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

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

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 211,217 miles

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

Fail 10 Jul 2014 211,024 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2013 201,871 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2012 193,056 miles

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

Offside Upper Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

o/s rear tyre wearing on edges

slight wear in rear antiroll bar mountings

Pass 14 Jul 2011 182,907 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 170,535 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2010 170,531 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 159,222 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2009 159,221 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 14,872 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 137,731 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 137,594 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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M296 EAH is a 2003 Toyota Surf in Red with a 2,980cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2003 Toyota Surf models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 146,280 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 M296 EAH, 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 23 years old, this Toyota Surf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M296 EAH registered?

M296 EAH is a 2003 Toyota Surf, first registered on 15 October 2003.

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