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N898 JEV

2004 Toyota Surf

Blue Diesel 2980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

193,457 mi
Last recorded193,457 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2022
Typical for 2004 Toyota Surf150,829 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN898 JEV
MakeToyota
ModelSurf
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,980cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2022 193,457 miles

Underbpdy has Surface Corrosion

Pass 5 Aug 2021 191,809 miles

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

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

all under vehicle surface & components general corrosion

Pass 13 Aug 2020 190,965 miles

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

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2019 189,604 miles

Coil spring corroded all x4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 187,818 miles

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

Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both side (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 186,082 miles

Front coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 184,106 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 181,895 miles

Front coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 178,830 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 175,735 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2013 175,735 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 173,096 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 169,333 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2010 165,584 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 162,081 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 158,329 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 147,840 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2006 123,867 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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N898 JEV is a 2004 Toyota Surf in Blue with a 2,980cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2004 Toyota Surf models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 150,829 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 N898 JEV, 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 22 years old, this Toyota Surf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N898 JEV registered?

N898 JEV is a 2004 Toyota Surf, first registered on 1 November 2004.

Is N898 JEV safe to buy?

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