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SJZ 6861

1992 Toyota Hi Lux

Blue Diesel 2440cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

145,998 mi
Last recorded145,998 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2025
Typical for 1992 Toyota Hi Lux140,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJZ 6861
MakeToyota
ModelHi Lux
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,440cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2025 145,998 miles

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

o/s/r and n/s/r inner sill at body mounting starting to corrode

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

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 12 Mar 2025 145,980 miles

Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Nearside and Offside (4.4.3 (b))

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Nearside and Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Nearside and Offside (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Hose to brake compensator/ load sensing valve (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear Nearside and Offside (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Side repeater incorrect colour Nearside and Offside (4.4.3 (a))

Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light Nearside and Offside (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Nearside and Offside (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Steering box drop arm likely to become detached (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and Offside, hose to calliper (1.1.11 (c))

Front Exhaust mounting defective X2 (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2024 142,760 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2023 139,750 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2022 137,747 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2021 136,565 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2020 134,885 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2019 132,307 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 130,292 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 128,442 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 126,604 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 124,259 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Feb 2014 122,141 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 118,972 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 115,932 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 111,953 miles

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

Fail 2 Feb 2011 111,865 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Pass 30 Jan 2010 108,641 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 104,693 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 99,065 miles

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 24 Jan 2008 99,056 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Feb 2007 93,344 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 86,465 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Hi Lux?

Based on 8,506 MOT tests across 1,047 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
6,751
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
1,047
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 387
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 278
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 214
constant velocity joint gaiter split 171
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 167
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SJZ 6861 is a 1992 Toyota Hi Lux in Blue with a 2,440cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1992 Toyota Hi Lux models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 140,922 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Hi Lux fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 387 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SJZ 6861, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Hi Lux typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 34 years old, this Toyota Hi Lux is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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SJZ 6861 is a 1992 Toyota Hi Lux, first registered on 31 December 1992.

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