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N485 AAW

1996 Toyota Surf

Green Diesel 2980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

121,937 mi
Last recorded121,937 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Toyota Surf153,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN485 AAW
MakeToyota
ModelSurf
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,980cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 121,937 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

underbody coverd in under seal

Pass 5 Apr 2024 121,902 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Apr 2024 121,900 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 121,641 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

signs of corrosion to most of the under body

Fail 2 Oct 2023 121,637 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

signs of corrosion to most of the under body

Pass 23 Nov 2022 121,138 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

fuel pipes corroded

signs of age related corrosion to most underneath panels and components

temp fuel cap fitted with good seal

Fail 15 Nov 2022 121,136 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

fuel pipes corroded

signs of age related corrosion to most underneath panels and components

temp fuel cap fitted with good seal

Pass 6 Oct 2021 119,912 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 117,413 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 113,141 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

age related slight cracking to most suspension rubber bushes and boots

both front coils springs are rusty

early signs of corrosion to the fuel filler pipes

factory plastic over sills fitted not allowing a full inspection

general early signs of age related corrosion to most underneath panels and components

n/s/rear bumper end cap is corroded

o/s outer cv boot has a slight weep of grease

temp fuel cap fitted but has a good seal

Pass 5 Apr 2018 111,547 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

early signs of age related corrosion to most underneath panels and components

early signs of age related cracking to most rubber bushs and boots

plastic oversills fitted

temp fuel cap fitted with a good seal fitted

Fail 5 Apr 2018 111,547 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe (7.1.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases tail pipe flange (7.1.2)

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

early signs of age related corrosion to most underneath panels and components

early signs of age related cracking to most rubber bushs and boots

plastic oversills fitted

temp fuel cap fitted with a good seal fitted

Pass 1 Apr 2017 109,474 miles

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

temp fuel cap with seal fitted

undertrays fitted

Fail 1 Apr 2017 109,474 miles

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

temp fuel cap with seal fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 5 Apr 2016 107,364 miles

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

plastic covers on sills

temp fuel cap fitted but sealable

Pass 2 Apr 2015 104,559 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

steering rack mounting on n/s has slight play

Pass 3 Apr 2014 102,313 miles

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted

some play in o/s steering rack mounting bush

Fail 3 Apr 2014 102,311 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Offside Brake linkage has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

some play in o/s steering rack mounting bush

Fail 12 Apr 2013 100,500 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 100,500 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 98,437 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 95,959 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2011 95,959 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 19 Apr 2010 93,426 miles

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

n/s/f indicator lamp lennse repaired with tape

Pass 18 Apr 2009 89,491 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 83,950 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 73,756 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Feb 2006 58,651 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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N485 AAW is a 1996 Toyota Surf in Green with a 2,980cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1996 Toyota Surf models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 153,746 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 N485 AAW, 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 30 years old, this Toyota Surf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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N485 AAW is a 1996 Toyota Surf, first registered on 31 December 1996.

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