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P132 FTT

1997 Toyota Surf

Blue Diesel 2980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

123,558 mi
Last recorded123,558 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2008
Typical for 1997 Toyota Surf141,744 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP132 FTT
MakeToyota
ModelSurf
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,980cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2008 123,558 miles

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 113,132 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

power steering rack mounting bushes worn allowing a small amount of movement in the steering rack

Fail 26 Jun 2007 113,131 miles

Offside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 28 Jun 2006 101,683 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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P132 FTT is a 1997 Toyota Surf in Blue with a 2,980cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Surf models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 141,744 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 P132 FTT, 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 29 years old, this Toyota Surf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P132 FTT registered?

P132 FTT is a 1997 Toyota Surf, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is P132 FTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P132 FTT shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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