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K118 BOK

1996 Toyota Soarer

Red Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2025
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

Typical for 1996 Toyota Soarer113,489 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK118 BOK
MakeToyota
ModelSoarer
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2024

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes undersealed (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2023

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 159,801 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2021 153,863 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 153,315 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 152,988 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 151,218 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 150,289 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 145,801 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 143,024 miles

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

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

plastic covers/undertrays fitted

Pass 2 Nov 2014 139,673 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 136,581 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 130,703 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 124,404 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 116,382 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 108,138 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2009 107,940 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 29 Jul 2008 99,587 miles

offside rear tyre is worn on inner edge

Fail 28 Jul 2008 99,587 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

offside rear tyre is worn on inner edge

Pass 9 Nov 2007 95,904 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2007 95,904 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2006 89,268 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 83,499 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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K118 BOK is a 1996 Toyota Soarer in Red with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1996 Toyota Soarer models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 113,489 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 K118 BOK, 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 30 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 K118 BOK registered?

K118 BOK is a 1996 Toyota Soarer, first registered on 14 November 1996.

Is K118 BOK safe to buy?

The MOT history for K118 BOK shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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