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F238 DLS

1989 Toyota Cressida

White Petrol 1972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

94,111 mi
Last recorded94,111 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF238 DLS
MakeToyota
ModelCressida
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,972cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2007 94,111 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2007 94,109 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

How Reliable is the Toyota Cressida?

Based on 643 MOT tests across 112 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
1,839
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 21
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 20
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 17
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 17
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F238 DLS is a 1989 Toyota Cressida in White with a 1,972cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Toyota Cressida fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F238 DLS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Cressida typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 37 years old, this Toyota Cressida is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F238 DLS registered?

F238 DLS is a 1989 Toyota Cressida, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F238 DLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for F238 DLS 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.

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