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A256 OEL

1984 Toyota Cressida

White Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

79,353 mi
Last recorded79,353 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA256 OEL
MakeToyota
ModelCressida
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2015 79,353 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside and offside front tyres are slightly perished

oil around under-side of engine/gearbox no leaks detected

under-side of slightly vehicle corroded

Pass 9 Aug 2014 79,338 miles

all tyres are slightly perished

slight play in steering box

under side of vehicle slightly corroded

Pass 1 Aug 2008 79,319 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 4 May 2007 78,921 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 2 May 2006 77,862 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

rear floor in poor condition

Pass 2 May 2006 77,862 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear floor in poor condition

How Reliable is the Toyota Cressida?

Based on 643 MOT tests across 112 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
1,839
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 21
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 20
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 17
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 17
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A256 OEL is a 1984 Toyota Cressida in White with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

The most common reason a Toyota Cressida fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A256 OEL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Cressida typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 42 years old, this Toyota Cressida is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A256 OEL registered?

A256 OEL is a 1984 Toyota Cressida, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A256 OEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A256 OEL shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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