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SLZ 8616

1996 Toyota Hi Lux Surf

Blue Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2013
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

221,377 mi
Last recorded221,377 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2012
Typical for 1996 Toyota Hi Lux Surf151,826 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSLZ 8616
MakeToyota
ModelHi Lux Surf
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2012 221,377 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 220,139 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 3 Dec 2010 220,092 miles

Centre Steering component is not secure to the vehicle structure (2.2.B.1a)

Nearside Steering component is not secure to the vehicle structure (2.2.B.1a)

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

Offside Steering component is not secure to the vehicle structure (2.2.B.1a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

o/s/f fuel pipes corroded

How Reliable is the Toyota Hi Lux Surf?

Based on 3,996 MOT tests across 313 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
7,091
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
313
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 198
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 134
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 110
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 91
constant velocity joint gaiter split 76
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SLZ 8616 is a 1996 Toyota Hi Lux Surf in Blue with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Toyota Hi Lux Surf models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 151,826 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Toyota Hi Lux Surf fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 198 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SLZ 8616, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Hi Lux Surf typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 30 years old, this Toyota Hi Lux Surf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SLZ 8616 registered?

SLZ 8616 is a 1996 Toyota Hi Lux Surf, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is SLZ 8616 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SLZ 8616 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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