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S398 TKR

2005 Toyota Surf

Black Diesel 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2025
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

264,320 mi
Last recorded264,320 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2024
Typical for 2005 Toyota Surf151,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS398 TKR
MakeToyota
ModelSurf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2024 264,320 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Fail 5 Jul 2024 264,233 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust silencer likely to become detached Exhaust system Exhaust system missing (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Pass 14 Jun 2023 258,961 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jun 2023 258,961 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2019 252,185 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Apr 2019 252,184 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has an unsafe modification (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2018 241,680 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 236,273 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 233,394 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 229,447 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 224,629 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 22 Apr 2014 224,629 miles

Nearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2013 218,856 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2012 213,558 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Apr 2012 213,558 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Apr 2011 199,216 miles

outer cover both front brake hoses slight splits meets requirements at time of test but need replacement

slight tear drivers wiper blade rubber recommend replacement

Pass 18 Apr 2010 178,583 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2009 157,738 miles

horn just meets requirements

slight movemnent steering rack mounts may be standerd

Fail 1 Feb 2008 144,445 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 1 Feb 2008 144,445 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2006 133,591 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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S398 TKR is a 2005 Toyota Surf in Black with a 3,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2005 Toyota Surf models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 151,820 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 S398 TKR, 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 21 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 S398 TKR registered?

S398 TKR is a 2005 Toyota Surf, first registered on 25 November 2005.

Is S398 TKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S398 TKR shows 21 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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