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N85 SMX

1996 Toyota Hi Lux

Green Diesel 2980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

361,028 mi
Last recorded361,028 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2015
Typical for 1996 Toyota Hi Lux146,504 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN85 SMX
MakeToyota
ModelHi Lux
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,980cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2015 361,028 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 336,969 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 305,319 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2012 277,009 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 241,748 miles

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

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

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

Slight Gearbox oil leak coming from differential seal.

Fail 23 Nov 2010 241,744 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

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

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

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

Slight Gearbox oil leak coming from differential seal.

Pass 4 Nov 2009 215,855 miles

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 1 Dec 2008 194,326 miles

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

Fail 27 Nov 2008 194,198 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

N\S\F on legal limit

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

Pass 30 Nov 2007 165,982 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2007 165,982 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Fail 27 Nov 2006 145,178 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Lower Steering column universal joint is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

airbag warning light on

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 27 Nov 2006 145,178 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Lower Steering column universal joint is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

airbag warning light on

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 25 Nov 2005 120,582 miles

SLIGHT MOVEMENT IN BUSHES SUPPORTING STEERING RACK TO SUBFRAME

How Reliable is the Toyota Hi Lux?

Based on 8,506 MOT tests across 1,047 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
6,751
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
1,047
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 387
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 278
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 214
constant velocity joint gaiter split 171
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 167
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N85 SMX is a 1996 Toyota Hi Lux in Green with a 2,980cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1996 Toyota Hi Lux models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 146,504 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 fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 387 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N85 SMX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Hi Lux typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 30 years old, this Toyota Hi Lux is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N85 SMX registered?

N85 SMX is a 1996 Toyota Hi Lux, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N85 SMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N85 SMX shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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