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L281 KVU

1998 Toyota Supra

Red Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2022
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

184,532 mi
Last recorded184,532 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2021
Typical for 1998 Toyota Supra113,961 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL281 KVU
MakeToyota
ModelSupra
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2021 184,532 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside & Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2014 184,337 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 172,653 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2006 172,653 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

How Reliable is the Toyota Supra?

Based on 81,448 MOT tests across 9,954 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
1,964
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
9,954
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,389
brake binding 2,226
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,752
fog lamp not working 1,630
position lamp(s) not working 1,348
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L281 KVU is a 1998 Toyota Supra in Red with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Toyota Supra models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 113,961 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 Supra fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,389 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L281 KVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Supra typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 28 years old, this Toyota Supra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L281 KVU registered?

L281 KVU is a 1998 Toyota Supra, first registered on 18 December 1998.

Is L281 KVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L281 KVU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L281 KVU have outstanding finance?

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