1996 Toyota HI-LUX Surf 3.0L Diesel · N75 VLJ
1996 Toyota HI-LUX Surf (3.0L, diesel). First registered 31 Dec 1996. Recorded mileage 288,956 km. MOT valid until 08 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA HI-LUX SURF
- Year / Origin
- 1996 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Odometer
- 288,956 km
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
N75 VLJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/06/2026
- 288,956 km recorded at latest MOT
- 12 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (16 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
N75 VLJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1996 Toyota Hi-Lux Surf (N75 VLJ) between June 2022 and June 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 38 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (16 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (5 issues), Steering (5 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Windscreen (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 38 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
N75 VLJ Odometer History
- 08/06/2022270,029 km
- 07/06/2023275,265 km+5,236 km
- 07/06/2024280,512 km+5,247 km
- 04/06/2025285,298 km+4,786 km
- 10/06/2026288,956 km+3,658 km
Average of roughly 4,726 km per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (N75V Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as N75VLJ.
Regional DVLA Registration Directory
Vehicles and registration batches issued by regional DVLA offices across the UK.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.