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Toyota HI LUX Surf

Silver · Diesel · 1994 · 2,980 cc

F3 SEWMOT history

F3 SEW is a silver diesel Toyota HI LUX Surf first used on 14 Aug 2009. Its MOT expired on 7 Dec 2023 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 224,586 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Dec 2023
Mileage
224,586 mi
At MOT on 13 Dec 2023
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,017 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F3 SEW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
HI LUX Surf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,980 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
14 Aug 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
13 Dec 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

F3 SEW was last recorded at 224,586 miles on 13 Dec 2023, 23,167 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
201,419 miles · 7 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
23,167 miles
Average per year
10,017 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 224,586 miles
  • 2022 – 201,419 miles
  • 2021 – 182,871 miles
  • 2020 – 169,587 miles
  • 2019 – 157,651 miles
  • 2018 – 141,981 miles
  • 2017 – 141,177 miles
  • 2016 – 135,677 miles
  • 2015 – 128,272 miles
  • 2014 – 123,023 miles
  • 2013 – 116,188 miles
  • 2012 – 107,203 miles
  • 2011 – 98,383 miles
  • 2010 – 89,941 miles
  • 2009 – 80,817 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail224,586 miles
  • MajorExhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play idler (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play idler arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 6 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail224,586 miles (+23,167)10 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,586 miles
    Test number
    601371429139
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play idler (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play idler arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass201,419 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    201,419 miles
    Test number
    509962377262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail201,419 miles (+18,548)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,419 miles
    Test number
    457699499569
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass182,871 miles (+13,284)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    182,871 miles
    Test number
    970859416568
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass169,587 miles (+11,936)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    169,587 miles
    Test number
    112034556555
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass157,651 miles (+15,670)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    157,651 miles
    Test number
    105980978979
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass141,981 miles (+804)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    141,981 miles
    Test number
    125772507116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass141,177 miles (+5,500)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    141,177 miles
    Test number
    525336398743
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  9. Pass135,677 miles (+7,405)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    135,677 miles
    Test number
    899711565683
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement d/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement d/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement d/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOpacity on limit 3.00

  10. Pass128,272 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    128,272 miles
    Test number
    955248505214
    • NoteRear gear box mounting split
    • NoteSlight play in n/s rear roll-bar D bush

  11. Fail128,272 miles (+5,249)4 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,272 miles
    Test number
    807012905297
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteFront brake pads look thin
    • NoteRear gear box mounting split
    • NoteRear prop -shaft,(front universal joint badly worn) dangerous
    • NoteSlight play in n/s rear roll-bar D bush

  12. Pass123,023 miles (+6,835)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    123,023 miles
    Test number
    267867114279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass116,188 miles (+8,985)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    116,188 miles
    Test number
    518976923244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass107,203 miles (+8,820)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    107,203 miles
    Test number
    916289012240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass98,383 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    98,383 miles
    Test number
    355777001216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail98,383 miles (+8,442)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,383 miles
    Test number
    926057701269
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

  17. Pass89,941 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    89,941 miles
    Test number
    423287000248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail89,941 miles (+9,124)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,941 miles
    Test number
    713617300260
    • FailureNearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  19. Pass80,817 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    80,817 miles
    Test number
    302768119243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail80,817 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,817 miles
    Test number
    750098819285
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Questions about F3 SEW

Does F3 SEW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on F3 SEW expired on 7 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on F3 SEW?
The MOT on F3 SEW expired on 7 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has F3 SEW done?
F3 SEW was recorded at 224,586 miles at its MOT on 13 Dec 2023, an average of 10,017 miles a year.
Has F3 SEW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F3 SEW has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on F3 SEW ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on F3 SEW find?
F3 SEW failed its latest MOT on 13 Dec 2023 with 10 major defects and 3 advisories: exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn; nearside front drag link end ball joint has excessive play idler, and 10 more.

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