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H157 BGJ

1998 Toyota Lite-ace

Red Diesel 1975cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,880 mi
Last recorded17,880 miles
Recorded on2 May 2006
Typical for 1998 Toyota Lite-ace155,727 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH157 BGJ
MakeToyota
ModelLite-ace
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 2 May 2006 17,880 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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
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H157 BGJ is a 1998 Toyota Lite-ace in Red with a 1,975cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Toyota Lite-ace models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 155,727 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 H157 BGJ, 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 28 years old, this Toyota Lite-ace is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H157 BGJ registered?

H157 BGJ is a 1998 Toyota Lite-ace, first registered on 13 August 1998.

Is H157 BGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for H157 BGJ shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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