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H172 JLC

1998 Toyota Sera

Green Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

127,475 mi
Last recorded127,475 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2007
Typical for 1998 Toyota Sera126,116 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH172 JLC
MakeToyota
ModelSera
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 14 Dec 2007 127,475 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Dec 2007 127,475 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 124,013 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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H172 JLC is a 1998 Toyota Sera in Green with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Toyota Sera models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 126,116 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 H172 JLC, 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 28 years old, this Toyota Sera is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H172 JLC registered?

H172 JLC is a 1998 Toyota Sera, first registered on 6 October 1998.

Is H172 JLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for H172 JLC 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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