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J850 LMW

1991 Toyota Sera

Green Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,612 mi
Last recorded41,612 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 1991 Toyota Sera118,349 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ850 LMW
MakeToyota
ModelSera
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 14 Jan 2026 41,612 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2024 41,593 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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J850 LMW is a 1991 Toyota Sera in Green with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1991 Toyota Sera models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 118,349 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 J850 LMW, 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 35 years old, this Toyota Sera is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J850 LMW registered?

J850 LMW is a 1991 Toyota Sera, first registered on 3 December 1991.

Is J850 LMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J850 LMW 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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