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M500 GRG

2002 Toyota 4-RUNNER

Gold Petrol 2959cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

53,491 mi
Last recorded53,491 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Toyota 4-RUNNER137,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM500 GRG
MakeToyota
Model4-RUNNER
Year2002
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,959cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 53,491 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 51,545 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 50,484 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 49,623 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 45,874 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 48,006 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 47,284 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 46,187 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 45,505 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 41,445 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 36,608 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 35,468 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 32,995 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2012 30,736 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator missing (1.4.A.2b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 25 Aug 2012 30,736 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 26,436 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)

hand brake travel on limit

Pass 28 Aug 2010 23,021 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2009 20,009 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 20,009 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 16,178 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2008 16,178 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Aug 2007 12,448 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2007 12,448 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 9,900 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota 4-RUNNER?

Based on 23,015 MOT tests across 2,646 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
5,512
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
2,646
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,155
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 697
fog lamp not working 645
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 601
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 584
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M500 GRG is a 2002 Toyota 4-RUNNER in Gold with a 2,959cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2002 Toyota 4-RUNNER models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 137,317 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota 4-RUNNER fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,155 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M500 GRG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota 4-RUNNER typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 24 years old, this Toyota 4-RUNNER is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M500 GRG?

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What year was M500 GRG registered?

M500 GRG is a 2002 Toyota 4-RUNNER, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is M500 GRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M500 GRG shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M500 GRG have outstanding finance?

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