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J178 TRP

1999 Toyota Sera

Bronze Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

194,305 mi
Last recorded194,305 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2007
Typical for 1999 Toyota Sera137,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ178 TRP
MakeToyota
ModelSera
Year1999
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 30 Aug 2007 194,305 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2006 184,433 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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J178 TRP is a 1999 Toyota Sera in Bronze with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 Toyota Sera models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 137,928 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 J178 TRP, 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 27 years old, this Toyota Sera is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J178 TRP registered?

J178 TRP is a 1999 Toyota Sera, first registered on 18 March 1999.

Is J178 TRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J178 TRP shows 2 tests 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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