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H811 JLE

2004 Toyota Sera

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

52,798 mi
Last recorded52,798 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Toyota Sera123,774 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH811 JLE
MakeToyota
ModelSera
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 52,798 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 8 May 2025 52,763 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 13 May 2024 52,725 miles

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Pass 24 May 2023 52,682 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 52,630 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 52,589 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 52,410 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 52,029 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 51,863 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 9 Jan 2018 51,863 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Jan 2017 50,776 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 48,823 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 46,705 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 45,821 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2012 45,137 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2012 45,137 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 Jan 2012 45,085 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2010 44,769 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 44,402 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 43,050 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 41,094 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 40,850 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 39,641 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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H811 JLE is a 2004 Toyota Sera in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 2004 Toyota Sera models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 123,774 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 H811 JLE, 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 22 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 H811 JLE registered?

H811 JLE is a 2004 Toyota Sera, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is H811 JLE safe to buy?

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