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Toyota Surf

Silver · Diesel · 1997 · 3,000 cc

P283 GHCMOT history

P283 GHC is a silver diesel Toyota Surf first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT expired on 7 Dec 2024 and it has passed 18 of 20 MOT tests, with 154,278 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Dec 2024
Mileage
154,278 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2023
MOT tests
20
18 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,514 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P283 GHC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Surf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,000 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

P283 GHC was last recorded at 154,278 miles on 8 Dec 2023, 24,222 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,056 miles · 25 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
24,222 miles
Average per year
5,514 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 154,278 miles
  • 2021 – 130,056 miles
  • 2020 – 126,823 miles
  • 2019 – 124,077 miles
  • 2018 – 120,339 miles
  • 2017 – 118,230 miles
  • 2016 – 111,920 miles
  • 2015 – 107,754 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,278 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
  • MinorRear fog lamp insecure (4.5.1 (c) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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 Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake drum contaminated

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 7 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,278 miles4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    154,278 miles
    Test number
    434292658485
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear fog lamp insecure (4.5.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  2. Pass141,744 km
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    141,744 km
    Test number
    755567968002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass130,056 miles (+178)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    130,056 miles
    Test number
    627139531287
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail129,878 miles (+3,055)2 dangerous5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,878 miles
    Test number
    635369216027
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake drum contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Door step (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass126,823 miles (+2,746)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    126,823 miles
    Test number
    183070392847

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass124,077 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    124,077 miles
    Test number
    682536220060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail124,077 miles (+3,738)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,077 miles
    Test number
    816478069728
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake drum contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  8. Pass120,339 miles (+2,109)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    120,339 miles
    Test number
    427511107383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass118,230 miles (+6,310)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    118,230 miles
    Test number
    943616733457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass111,920 miles (+4,166)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    111,920 miles
    Test number
    802626829308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass107,754 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    107,754 miles
    Test number
    208242685153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  12. Pass103,572 km (+3,826)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    103,572 km
    Test number
    895752984160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass99,746 km (+1,631)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    99,746 km
    Test number
    757996473180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass98,115 km (+6,520)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    98,115 km
    Test number
    227505482496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass91,595 km (+5,508)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    91,595 km
    Test number
    209366981475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass86,087 km (+5,546)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    86,087 km
    Test number
    453147880170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass80,541 km (+6,187)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    80,541 km
    Test number
    194175289105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass74,354 km (+4,798)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    74,354 km
    Test number
    572343988177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass69,556 km (+2,505)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    69,556 km
    Test number
    233891987486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass67,051 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    67,051 km
    Test number
    244328386174
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about P283 GHC

Does P283 GHC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P283 GHC expired on 7 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P283 GHC?
The MOT on P283 GHC expired on 7 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P283 GHC done?
P283 GHC was recorded at 154,278 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2023, an average of 5,514 miles a year.
Has P283 GHC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P283 GHC has failed 2 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on P283 GHC 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 P283 GHC find?
P283 GHC passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2023 with 4 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front position lamp incorrect colour; offside front position lamp incorrect colour; rear fog lamp insecure, and 3 more.

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