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N524 NCK

1996 Toyota Hi Lux Surf

Green Diesel 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2021
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

228,338 mi
Last recorded228,338 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2020
Typical for 1996 Toyota Hi Lux Surf151,826 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN524 NCK
MakeToyota
ModelHi Lux Surf
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 21 Oct 2020 228,338 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 181,395 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 176,369 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 171,496 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Oct 2016 164,515 miles

both rear tyres are wearing on the inner edges

Pass 16 Oct 2015 155,456 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 147,415 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Oct 2013 141,557 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

steering rack mounting rubber bushes slightly worn

Pass 11 Oct 2012 136,578 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 126,137 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 116,214 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

slight movement detected at steering rack

Pass 15 Jul 2009 107,790 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 97,932 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 86,363 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 75,001 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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N524 NCK is a 1996 Toyota Hi Lux Surf in Green with a 3,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N524 NCK, 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 N524 NCK registered?

N524 NCK is a 1996 Toyota Hi Lux Surf, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N524 NCK safe to buy?

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