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J960 HMX

1991 Toyota Sera

Grey Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

107,077 mi
Last recorded107,077 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 1991 Toyota Sera118,349 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ960 HMX
MakeToyota
ModelSera
Year1991
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 107,077 miles
Fail 12 May 2022 107,044 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 106,804 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

centre exhaust has a slight blow

Fail 1 Jun 2017 106,774 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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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J960 HMX is a 1991 Toyota Sera in Grey with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 J960 HMX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J960 HMX registered?

J960 HMX is a 1991 Toyota Sera, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J960 HMX safe to buy?

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