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A3 PWK

1996 Toyota Previa

Silver Petrol 2438cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

170,150 mi
Last recorded170,150 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2009
Typical for 1996 Toyota Previa118,361 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 PWK
MakeToyota
ModelPrevia
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,438cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 1 Dec 2009 170,150 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jun 2008 147,256 miles
Fail 31 May 2008 147,256 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Outer Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Outer Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Outer Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 5 May 2007 136,245 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Previa?

Based on 509,000 MOT tests across 39,906 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
6,517
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
39,906
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,856
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 23,987
Stop lamp not working 19,738
position lamp(s) not working 18,199
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 13,696
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A3 PWK is a 1996 Toyota Previa in Silver with a 2,438cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Toyota Previa models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 118,361 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Toyota Previa fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,856 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A3 PWK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Previa typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 30 years old, this Toyota Previa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A3 PWK registered?

A3 PWK is a 1996 Toyota Previa, first registered on 3 September 1996.

Is A3 PWK safe to buy?

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