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G601 BGS

2003 Toyota Sera

Blue Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

97,639 mi
Last recorded97,639 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Sera126,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG601 BGS
MakeToyota
ModelSera
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 97,639 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2024 96,243 miles

Engine idle speed intermittent fluctuation

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2023 95,393 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 95,024 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 94,670 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 94,247 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 93,367 miles

The headlamp lenses are quite deteriorated

Fail 14 May 2019 93,367 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

The headlamp lenses are quite deteriorated

Pass 19 Sep 2017 92,915 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 92,383 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 91,486 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 89,852 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

boht beam images dim on limit

Fail 20 Mar 2007 86,931 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 Mar 2007 86,931 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 82,812 miles

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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G601 BGS is a 2003 Toyota Sera in Blue with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2003 Toyota Sera models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 126,203 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 G601 BGS, 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 23 years old, this Toyota Sera is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G601 BGS registered?

G601 BGS is a 2003 Toyota Sera, first registered on 1 August 2003.

Is G601 BGS safe to buy?

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