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L153 SWT

1993 Toyota Hi Lux Surf

Blue Diesel 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2010
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

171,711 mi
Last recorded171,711 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2009
Typical for 1993 Toyota Hi Lux Surf144,443 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL153 SWT
MakeToyota
ModelHi Lux Surf
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2009 171,711 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 163,518 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 152,254 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 146,140 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 4 Oct 2006 146,132 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2006 146,132 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

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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L153 SWT is a 1993 Toyota Hi Lux Surf in Blue with a 3,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1993 Toyota Hi Lux Surf models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 144,443 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 L153 SWT, 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 33 years old, this Toyota Hi Lux Surf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L153 SWT registered?

L153 SWT is a 1993 Toyota Hi Lux Surf, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L153 SWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for L153 SWT shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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