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M671 ECV

2005 Toyota Hi Lux Surf

Black Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

171,311 mi
Last recorded171,311 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2014
Typical for 2005 Toyota Hi Lux Surf150,581 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM671 ECV
MakeToyota
ModelHi Lux Surf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2014 171,311 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 163,703 miles
Fail 23 May 2013 145,237 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has a road wheel fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front bumper ends removed.

nsr wheel arch damaged.

Pass 23 May 2013 145,237 miles

front bumper ends removed.

nsr wheel arch damaged.

Pass 24 May 2012 137,030 miles

slight corrosion rear bumper

Fail 22 May 2012 137,030 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 128,089 miles

n.s.f disc corroded

Fail 14 Mar 2011 128,089 miles

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

n.s.f disc corroded

Pass 15 Apr 2010 120,458 miles

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

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

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

Fail 8 Apr 2010 120,468 miles

Centre Lower Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2009 111,541 miles

front antiroll bar buishes slight play

Pass 20 Dec 2007 102,730 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2007 102,723 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 6 Dec 2006 94,233 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Hi Lux Surf?

Based on 3,996 MOT tests across 313 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
7,091
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
313
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 198
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 134
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 110
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 91
constant velocity joint gaiter split 76
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M671 ECV is a 2005 Toyota Hi Lux Surf in Black with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2005 Toyota Hi Lux Surf models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 150,581 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Toyota Hi Lux Surf fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 198 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M671 ECV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Hi Lux Surf typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 21 years old, this Toyota Hi Lux Surf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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M671 ECV is a 2005 Toyota Hi Lux Surf, first registered on 11 November 2005.

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