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SV08 APY

2008 Toyota Hi Lux

Grey Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

156,109 mi
Last recorded156,109 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2021
Typical for 2008 Toyota Hi Lux159,829 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV08 APY
MakeToyota
ModelHi Lux
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2021 156,109 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Central Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2021 156,107 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded and seriously weakened Front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded and seriously weakened Front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Central Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded At filler neck ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2020 151,764 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 146,195 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2019 146,195 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2018 135,676 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

handbrake only just met requirment

Pass 2 Jun 2017 126,841 miles
Fail 22 May 2017 126,461 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 115,081 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2016 115,081 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both main (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 15 May 2015 102,097 miles

Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

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

Pass 15 May 2014 91,142 miles

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

Fail 14 Jun 2013 81,753 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 81,753 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 67,171 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 52,879 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

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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SV08 APY is a 2008 Toyota Hi Lux in Grey with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2008 Toyota Hi Lux models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 159,829 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 fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 387 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SV08 APY, 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 18 years old, this Toyota Hi Lux is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SV08 APY registered?

SV08 APY is a 2008 Toyota Hi Lux, first registered on 1 June 2008.

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