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N509 SMX

1996 Toyota Hi Lux Surf

Silver Diesel 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

160,602 mi
Last recorded160,602 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2018
Typical for 1996 Toyota Hi Lux Surf151,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN509 SMX
MakeToyota
ModelHi Lux Surf
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,000cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2018 160,602 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn bald on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front anti roll bar d bush split and splaying

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn bald on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear fog lamp insecure (4.5.1 (c) (i))

Fail 14 Nov 2018 160,602 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn bald on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front anti roll bar d bush split and splaying

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn bald on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear fog lamp insecure (4.5.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2017 155,421 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 150,577 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 143,331 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Nov 2014 138,133 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2013 131,496 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2013 131,478 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Nov 2012 123,565 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 122,398 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 19 Nov 2010 121,276 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 116,789 miles

n/s wiper splitting

o/s steering rack mounting bush wearing

osf spot light n/w

Pass 11 Nov 2008 113,303 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 101,070 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 82,765 miles

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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N509 SMX is a 1996 Toyota Hi Lux Surf in Silver with a 3,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1996 Toyota Hi Lux Surf models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 151,826 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 N509 SMX, 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 30 years old, this Toyota Hi Lux Surf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N509 SMX registered?

N509 SMX is a 1996 Toyota Hi Lux Surf, first registered on 31 December 1996.

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