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J957 NLR

1992 Toyota Soarer

Blue Petrol 4000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

167,698 mi
Last recorded167,698 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2024
Typical for 1992 Toyota Soarer134,016 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ957 NLR
MakeToyota
ModelSoarer
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2024 167,698 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 163,467 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 139,164 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Fail 30 Aug 2013 139,126 miles

Nearside Rear 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)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Sep 2012 131,510 miles

Corrosion started end of front to rear and rear suspension pipes.

Fail 8 Aug 2012 131,417 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

rear brake discs starting to corrode

Pass 4 Aug 2011 129,474 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 126,174 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 115,694 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 109,839 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 103,516 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 97,724 miles

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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J957 NLR is a 1992 Toyota Soarer in Blue with a 4,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 J957 NLR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J957 NLR registered?

J957 NLR is a 1992 Toyota Soarer, first registered on 31 December 1992.

Is J957 NLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J957 NLR shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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