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E389 XFJ

1987 Toyota Tercel

Red Petrol 1452cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

195,789 mi
Last recorded195,789 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2007
Typical for 1987 Toyota Tercel109,140 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE389 XFJ
MakeToyota
ModelTercel
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,452cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2007 195,789 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 195,768 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

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

Pass 18 Feb 2006 190,594 miles

play in steering rack and tca bushes

How Reliable is the Toyota Tercel?

Based on 1,674 MOT tests across 314 vehicles.

66.5%
Pass Rate
1,256
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
314
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 294
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 123
constant velocity joint gaiter split 74
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 69
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 64
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E389 XFJ is a 1987 Toyota Tercel in Red with a 1,452cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1987 Toyota Tercel models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 109,140 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Tercel fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 294 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E389 XFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Tercel typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 39 years old, this Toyota Tercel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E389 XFJ registered?

E389 XFJ is a 1987 Toyota Tercel, first registered on 30 September 1987.

Is E389 XFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E389 XFJ shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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