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Toyota Surf

Black · Diesel · 1994 · 2,446 cc

L42 GTAMOT history

L42 GTA is a black diesel Toyota Surf first used on 21 Apr 2005. Its MOT expired on 4 Jun 2026 and it has passed 19 of 33 MOT tests, with 182,686 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Jun 2026
Mileage
182,686 mi
At MOT on 5 Jun 2025
MOT tests
33
19 passed · 14 failed
Per year
3,387 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L42 GTA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Surf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,446 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
21 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L42 GTA was last recorded at 182,686 miles on 5 Jun 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,686 miles · 2 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,387 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 182,686 miles
  • 2024 – 181,674 miles
  • 2023 – 181,078 miles
  • 2022 – 180,209 miles
  • 2020 – 179,483 miles
  • 2019 – 178,983 miles
  • 2018 – 178,245 miles
  • 2017 – 177,596 miles
  • 2016 – 176,415 miles
  • 2015 – 169,508 miles
  • 2014 – 165,384 miles
  • 2013 – 162,042 miles
  • 2012 – 157,242 miles
  • 2011 – 152,492 miles
  • 2010 – 142,980 miles
  • 2009 – 137,822 miles
  • 2008 – 133,378 miles
  • 2007 – 127,927 miles
  • 2006 – 117,525 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass182,686 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear bump stop insecureRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body and all suspension (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories 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 (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

33 tests since 11 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass182,686 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    182,686 miles
    Test number
    240930201023
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bump stop insecure
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body and all suspension (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail182,686 miles (+1,012)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,686 miles
    Test number
    703658511576
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside binding on (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both smearing (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bump stop insecure
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body and all suspension (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass181,674 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    181,674 miles
    Test number
    441655541092
    • AdvisoryFront Fuel Pipe/s corroded to rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear spring bump stop loose
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake back plates corroded all
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded

  4. Fail181,674 miles (+596)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,674 miles
    Test number
    992697715106
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Fuel Pipe/s corroded to rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear spring bump stop loose
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake back plates corroded all
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded

  5. Pass181,078 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2024
    Odometer
    181,078 miles
    Test number
    266896768475
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear back plate corrosion
    • AdvisoryChassis corrosion

  6. Fail181,078 miles (+869)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,078 miles
    Test number
    759598462652
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear back plate corrosion
    • AdvisoryChassis corrosion

  7. Pass180,209 miles (+726)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    180,209 miles
    Test number
    989587971263
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis and body corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Backing plates (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass179,483 miles (+500)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    179,483 miles
    Test number
    649244736069
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise lift at n/s and o/s front lower swivel joints n/s and o/s
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive pinnion diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  9. Pass178,983 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    178,983 miles
    Test number
    267568324351
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail178,983 miles (+738)4 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,983 miles
    Test number
    614126340063
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass178,245 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    178,245 miles
    Test number
    497483479591
    • AdvisoryAdvise both rear chassis rusty
    • AdvisoryAdvise rear loading door not opening .load area not tested
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  12. Fail178,245 miles (+649)1 dangerous4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,245 miles
    Test number
    262518156235
    • DangerousLower Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts steering coloum shaft (4.11 (a) (iii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorTrailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise both rear chassis rusty
    • AdvisoryAdvise rear loading door not opening .load area not tested
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  13. Pass177,596 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    177,596 miles
    Test number
    133813228948
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint o/s & n/s (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Fail177,594 miles (+1,179)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,594 miles
    Test number
    863250365486
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint o/s & n/s (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass176,415 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    176,415 miles
    Test number
    819738191294
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail176,413 miles (+6,905)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,413 miles
    Test number
    599091675234
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass169,508 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    169,508 miles
    Test number
    968848866643
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both tyres tread depth are 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail169,508 miles (+4,124)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,508 miles
    Test number
    851619705156
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both tyres tread depth are 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass165,384 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    165,384 miles
    Test number
    886572024321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail165,382 miles (+3,340)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,382 miles
    Test number
    688112724348
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass162,042 miles (+3)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    162,042 miles
    Test number
    398502833331
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteN/s wiper blade split

  22. Fail162,039 miles (+4,797)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,039 miles
    Test number
    705761533384
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteN/s wiper blade split

  23. Pass157,242 miles (+90)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    157,242 miles
    Test number
    836036822385
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  24. Fail157,152 miles (+4,660)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,152 miles
    Test number
    399912162468
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass152,492 miles (+3)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    152,492 miles
    Test number
    559150081255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  26. Fail152,489 miles (+9,509)3 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,489 miles
    Test number
    369317771424
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  27. Pass142,980 miles (+5,158)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    142,980 miles
    Test number
    794408850227
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  28. Pass137,822 miles (+66)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2010
    Odometer
    137,822 miles
    Test number
    760631239166
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  29. Fail137,756 miles (+4,378)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,756 miles
    Test number
    204220529477
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  30. Pass133,378 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    133,378 miles
    Test number
    531491908112
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

  31. Fail133,366 miles (+5,439)1 failure1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,366 miles
    Test number
    262644698067
    • FailureFront Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

  32. Pass127,927 miles (+10,402)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    127,927 miles
    Test number
    154494797448
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  33. Pass117,525 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    117,525 miles
    Test number
    791300376035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L42 GTA

Does L42 GTA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L42 GTA expired on 4 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L42 GTA?
The MOT on L42 GTA expired on 4 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L42 GTA done?
L42 GTA was recorded at 182,686 miles at its MOT on 5 Jun 2025, an average of 3,387 miles a year.
Has L42 GTA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L42 GTA has failed 14 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on L42 GTA 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 L42 GTA find?
L42 GTA passed its latest MOT on 5 Jun 2025 with 3 advisories: offside rear bump stop insecure; oil leak, but not excessive rear axle; vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body and all suspension.

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