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P256 PKE

2003 Toyota Surf

Blue Diesel 2980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

127,654 mi
Last recorded127,654 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Toyota Surf146,280 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP256 PKE
MakeToyota
ModelSurf
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,980cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2016 127,654 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2015 122,389 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2015 122,389 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 117,086 miles

All tyres cracking

Front to rear fuel pipes corroded

Fail 3 Jun 2014 117,086 miles

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

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

All tyres cracking

Front to rear fuel pipes corroded

Pass 5 Jun 2013 113,075 miles

All tyres cracking on side walls

Fail 4 Jun 2013 113,075 miles

Nearside Rear Panhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

All tyres cracking on side walls

Pass 30 May 2012 110,302 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

offside rear hub area damp

Pass 13 May 2011 106,044 miles

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

offside rear hub seal leaking

Pass 21 May 2010 102,383 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 May 2009 98,654 miles

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

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

steering rack bushes very worn

Pass 2 Jun 2008 94,800 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 90,247 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 81,778 miles

front brake pads wearing low

nearside door mirror glass missing

nearside front tyre tread wearing on outer edge

slight movement in steering rack mountings

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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P256 PKE is a 2003 Toyota Surf in Blue with a 2,980cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2003 Toyota Surf models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 146,280 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 P256 PKE, 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 23 years old, this Toyota Surf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P256 PKE registered?

P256 PKE is a 2003 Toyota Surf, first registered on 1 October 2003.

Is P256 PKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P256 PKE shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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