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1997 Toyota Surf 3.0L Diesel · R442 BBK

R442 BBK

1997 Toyota Surf (3.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Oct 1997. Recorded mileage 118,243 miles. MOT valid until 19 Dec 2026. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.

Make & Model
TOYOTA SURF
Year / Origin
1997 · Reading
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 19 Dec 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
Recorded Mileage
118,243 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 3.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 19 Dec 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Feb 2027
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
1997
Engine
2980cc
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R442 BBK Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 27/11/2025
  • 118,243 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)

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R442 BBK MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 31 Aug 2026, 09:38
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Toyota Surf (R442 BBK) between December 2021 and November 2025.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 14 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Bodywork (4 issues), Steering (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 14 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.

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R442 BBK Mileage History

  1. 20/12/2021106,349 mi
  2. 07/12/2022110,654 mi+4,305 mi
  3. 30/11/2023113,249 mi+2,595 mi
  4. 02/12/2024115,813 mi+2,564 mi
  5. 27/11/2025118,243 mi+2,430 mi

Average of roughly 3,022 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
90
/ 100 · Excellent
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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