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J2 XHU

1997 Toyota Chaser

Blue Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

150,849 mi
Last recorded150,849 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Toyota Chaser135,728 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ2 XHU
MakeToyota
ModelChaser
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 150,849 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 149,207 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 Aug 2024 149,207 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2022 146,580 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 144,680 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 136,822 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 132,854 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 122,813 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Chaser?

Based on 2,269 MOT tests across 573 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
2,719
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
573
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25
fog lamp missing 19
fog lamp not working 11
position lamp(s) not working 10
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 10
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J2 XHU is a 1997 Toyota Chaser in Blue with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Chaser models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 135,728 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Chaser fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J2 XHU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Chaser typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Toyota Chaser is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J2 XHU registered?

J2 XHU is a 1997 Toyota Chaser, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is J2 XHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J2 XHU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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