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J255 NLU

1992 Toyota Soarer

Green Petrol 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

127,769 mi
Last recorded127,769 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2014
Typical for 1992 Toyota Soarer134,016 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ255 NLU
MakeToyota
ModelSoarer
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2014 127,769 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

advice both wipers started to perish.

Pass 29 Jan 2013 125,778 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 29 Jan 2013 125,764 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Jan 2012 123,630 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 121,844 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 4 Feb 2010 118,854 miles

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

Fail 2 Feb 2010 118,837 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 23 Dec 2008 113,528 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 113,153 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 110,227 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 98,453 miles
Fail 17 May 2006 98,453 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Power steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

How Reliable is the Toyota Soarer?

Based on 10,270 MOT tests across 1,111 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
3,210
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
1,111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 522
fog lamp not working 291
brake binding 274
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 202
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 173
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J255 NLU is a 1992 Toyota Soarer in Green with a 2,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1992 Toyota Soarer models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 134,016 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Toyota Soarer fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 522 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J255 NLU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Soarer typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 34 years old, this Toyota Soarer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J255 NLU registered?

J255 NLU is a 1992 Toyota Soarer, first registered on 31 December 1992.

Is J255 NLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J255 NLU shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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