CarVerify

Free Car Check

C898 RFE

2005 Toyota Lite-ace

Red Petrol 1290cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

53,508 mi
Last recorded53,508 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2019
Typical for 2005 Toyota Lite-ace117,961 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Toyota
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationC898 RFE
MakeToyota
ModelLite-ace
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,290cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2019 53,508 miles

Body excessively corroded but not within prescribed areas.

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Across back axle (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 52,540 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Body floor area in four separate locations (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Exhaust hanger fractured

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Fail 17 Sep 2018 52,537 miles

Nearside Rear Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Body floor area in four separate locations (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Exhaust hanger fractured

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 51,226 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Above back axle and front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 20 Jun 2017 51,220 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Above back axle and front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Jun 2016 49,157 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 49,151 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 45,053 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 42,742 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 38,860 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 33,432 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 33,425 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Front brake drum contaminated by brake fluid (3.5.1h)

Offside Front front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 28,068 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 24,734 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 13,539 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2008 13,539 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Sep 2007 7,776 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 6,264 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Lite-ace?

Based on 18,358 MOT tests across 2,902 vehicles.

66.8%
Pass Rate
3,883
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
2,902
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 904
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 824
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 761
Brake pipe excessively corroded 707
fog lamp not working 704
Full Toyota Lite-ace reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

C898 RFE is a 2005 Toyota Lite-ace in Red with a 1,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2005 Toyota Lite-ace models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 117,961 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Lite-ace fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 904 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C898 RFE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Lite-ace typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 21 years old, this Toyota Lite-ace is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C898 RFE?

You can check the full history of C898 RFE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was C898 RFE registered?

C898 RFE is a 2005 Toyota Lite-ace, first registered on 16 May 2005.

Is C898 RFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for C898 RFE shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C898 RFE have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on C898 RFE. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.