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L111 DTP

1996 Toyota Paseo

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jan 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

62,013 mi
Last recorded62,013 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
Typical for 1996 Toyota Paseo91,716 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL111 DTP
MakeToyota
ModelPaseo
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2025 62,013 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front wishbones are heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2024 61,685 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2024 61,301 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2023 60,582 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2022 60,621 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength OUTER SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength OUTER SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 59,718 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 58,580 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 58,235 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 57,534 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 56,741 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2017 56,722 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Both rear tyres are heavily perished

Pass 16 Mar 2016 56,228 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 53,950 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 52,573 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 51,400 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 48,982 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 46,492 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 44,925 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 42,917 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 40,855 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 38,541 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 36,046 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Paseo?

Based on 23,608 MOT tests across 2,354 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
4,533
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
2,354
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,343
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 936
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 933
position lamp(s) not working 861
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 763
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L111 DTP is a 1996 Toyota Paseo in Blue with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1996 Toyota Paseo models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 91,716 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Paseo fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,343 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L111 DTP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Paseo typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 30 years old, this Toyota Paseo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L111 DTP registered?

L111 DTP is a 1996 Toyota Paseo, first registered on 5 April 1996.

Is L111 DTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L111 DTP shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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