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K531 VKR

1993 Toyota Estima

White Diesel 2200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

230,497 mi
Last recorded230,497 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2014
Typical for 1993 Toyota Estima137,630 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK531 VKR
MakeToyota
ModelEstima
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2014 230,497 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2014 230,497 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jul 2013 221,788 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 221,788 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 219,071 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 21,224 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 204,921 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 17 Jul 2010 204,921 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 1 May 2009 19,202 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 176,192 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 164,521 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 155,182 miles

nail in tyre

Fail 23 Jan 2006 155,182 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nail in tyre

How Reliable is the Toyota Estima?

Based on 210,672 MOT tests across 28,466 vehicles.

75.6%
Pass Rate
7,341
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
28,466
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,826
fog lamp not working 4,768
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,765
position lamp(s) not working 3,374
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 3,347
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K531 VKR is a 1993 Toyota Estima in White with a 2,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1993 Toyota Estima models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 137,630 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Estima fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,826 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K531 VKR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Estima typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 33 years old, this Toyota Estima is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K531 VKR?

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What year was K531 VKR registered?

K531 VKR is a 1993 Toyota Estima, first registered on 12 June 1993.

Is K531 VKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for K531 VKR shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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