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M368 VRB

2003 Toyota Surf

Blue Diesel 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

136,891 mi
Last recorded136,891 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2022
Typical for 2003 Toyota Surf146,280 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM368 VRB
MakeToyota
ModelSurf
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Fail 24 Mar 2022 136,891 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner rear wheel arch. rear end, next to tow bar. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill and inside rear door. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch. rear next to tow bar. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush. slight play. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear bump stop loose in rear spring

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2019 136,886 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

handbrake travel

various corrosion

wiperblades smearing screen

Pass 10 Apr 2018 136,811 miles

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

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

body has minor corrosion outside of prescribed area.

Pass 1 Apr 2017 136,335 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2017 136,301 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened front suspension arm is corroded and has a hole (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged valve core leaking air when moved (4.1.D.1e)

Central Front brake pedal rubber has slight wear

Front Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal power steering pump has a slight weep (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' small chip in front windscreen (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Feb 2016 135,288 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight free play at anchorage idler (2.3.4c)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 133,993 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2013 133,169 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 13,100 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 124,818 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 118,473 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 107,699 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 29 Mar 2008 97,462 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 92,524 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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M368 VRB is a 2003 Toyota Surf in Blue with a 3,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 M368 VRB, 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 M368 VRB registered?

M368 VRB is a 2003 Toyota Surf, first registered on 1 July 2003.

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