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J527 NRU

2003 Toyota 4-RUNNER

Grey Diesel 2440cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

136,500 mi
Last recorded136,500 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2008
Typical for 2003 Toyota 4-RUNNER139,938 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ527 NRU
MakeToyota
Model4-RUNNER
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,440cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 27 Feb 2008 136,500 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

11 spots of corrosion

Pass 29 Mar 2007 136,500 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2007 136,500 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Mar 2006 134,702 miles

Engine oil leaks.

Exhaust tail pipe corroded.

Exhaust tail pipe trim heavily corroded. †

Front fog lamps inop.

N/S/R shock absorber tiny weeping of fluid.

O/S/R shock absorber leaking fluid.

Slight play in O/S/F wheel bearing. †

Unable to see front pads, suspect low.

How Reliable is the Toyota 4-RUNNER?

Based on 23,015 MOT tests across 2,646 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
5,512
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
2,646
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,155
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 697
fog lamp not working 645
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 601
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 584
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J527 NRU is a 2003 Toyota 4-RUNNER in Grey with a 2,440cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2003 Toyota 4-RUNNER models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 139,938 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 4-RUNNER fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,155 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J527 NRU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota 4-RUNNER typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 23 years old, this Toyota 4-RUNNER is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J527 NRU registered?

J527 NRU is a 2003 Toyota 4-RUNNER, first registered on 1 April 2003.

Is J527 NRU safe to buy?

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