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ALE 17Y

1997 Toyota Sera

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

54,749 mi
Last recorded54,749 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2005
Typical for 1997 Toyota Sera131,082 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationALE 17Y
MakeToyota
ModelSera
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2005 54,749 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2005 54,749 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

How Reliable is the Toyota Sera?

Based on 4,064 MOT tests across 356 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
2,968
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
356
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 222
fog lamp not working 140
position lamp(s) not working 133
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 124
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 102
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ALE 17Y is a 1997 Toyota Sera in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Sera models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 131,082 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 Sera fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 222 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ALE 17Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Sera typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Toyota Sera is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ALE 17Y?

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What year was ALE 17Y registered?

ALE 17Y is a 1997 Toyota Sera, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is ALE 17Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for ALE 17Y shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ALE 17Y have outstanding finance?

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