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ECJ 805S

1998 Toyota Chaser

Black Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2025
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

147,381 mi
Last recorded147,381 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2024
Typical for 1998 Toyota Chaser148,831 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationECJ 805S
MakeToyota
ModelChaser
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2024 147,381 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2023 141,947 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2023 141,947 miles

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 131,488 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2021 128,052 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Jan 2021 128,036 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2020 126,181 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jan 2020 126,179 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jan 2020 126,177 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

How Reliable is the Toyota Chaser?

Based on 2,269 MOT tests across 573 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
2,719
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
573
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25
fog lamp missing 19
fog lamp not working 11
position lamp(s) not working 10
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 10
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ECJ 805S is a 1998 Toyota Chaser in Black with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1998 Toyota Chaser models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 148,831 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 Chaser fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ECJ 805S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Chaser typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Toyota Chaser is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ECJ 805S registered?

ECJ 805S is a 1998 Toyota Chaser, first registered on 10 June 1998.

Is ECJ 805S safe to buy?

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