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S817 LJM

1998 Toyota Hiace

White Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

175,324 mi
Last recorded175,324 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 1998 Toyota Hiace129,060 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS817 LJM
MakeToyota
ModelHiace
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 175,324 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jan 2025 175,311 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Dec 2023 173,941 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 172,748 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2022 172,747 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Nov 2021 172,677 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Nov 2021 172,675 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired broken (1.1.17 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 172,599 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Nov 2020 172,597 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Oct 2019 171,757 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2019 171,757 miles

Emissions not tested oil light on. timing belt light on (8.2.2.2 (e))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 171,572 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 163,833 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 162,150 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 158,381 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2015 158,381 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 150,365 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2014 150,365 miles

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Pass 25 Oct 2013 141,340 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 140,294 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 138,093 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 138,024 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 136,821 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 134,137 miles

both front tyre sidewalls perishing

Fail 31 Oct 2008 134,137 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

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

both front tyre sidewalls perishing

front brake pads wearing low

Pass 7 Jun 2007 129,252 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 122,776 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2006 122,776 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

How Reliable is the Toyota Hiace?

Based on 336,612 MOT tests across 26,029 vehicles.

73.3%
Pass Rate
6,628
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
26,029
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 8,788
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,062
position lamp(s) not working 7,572
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,329
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush 6,444
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S817 LJM is a 1998 Toyota Hiace in White with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Toyota Hiace models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 129,060 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Hiace fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 8,788 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S817 LJM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Hiace typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Toyota Hiace is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S817 LJM registered?

S817 LJM is a 1998 Toyota Hiace, first registered on 10 August 1998.

Is S817 LJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S817 LJM shows 28 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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