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TOM 56S

1978 Toyota Hiace

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2009
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

86,187 mi
Last recorded86,187 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2008
Typical for 1978 Toyota Hiace53,635 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTOM 56S
MakeToyota
ModelHiace
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 5 Jun 2008 86,187 miles

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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TOM 56S is a 1978 Toyota Hiace in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Toyota Hiace models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 53,635 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 TOM 56S, 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 48 years old, this Toyota Hiace is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TOM 56S?

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What year was TOM 56S registered?

TOM 56S is a 1978 Toyota Hiace, first registered on 10 February 1978.

Is TOM 56S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TOM 56S shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TOM 56S have outstanding finance?

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