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VBM 285S

1977 Toyota Hiace

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,419 mi
Last recorded51,419 miles
Recorded on1 May 2007
Typical for 1977 Toyota Hiace63,530 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVBM 285S
MakeToyota
ModelHiace
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 1 May 2007 51,419 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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VBM 285S is a 1977 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 1977 Toyota Hiace models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.6% with a typical mileage of 63,530 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 VBM 285S, 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 49 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 VBM 285S?

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What year was VBM 285S registered?

VBM 285S is a 1977 Toyota Hiace, first registered on 19 October 1977.

Is VBM 285S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VBM 285S 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 VBM 285S have outstanding finance?

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