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L53 KVU

1998 Toyota Supra

Silver Petrol 2999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

156,725 mi
Last recorded156,725 miles
Recorded on19 May 2018
Typical for 1998 Toyota Supra113,961 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL53 KVU
MakeToyota
ModelSupra
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2018 156,725 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak ()

Pass 4 May 2017 141,555 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 141,323 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 140,801 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 140,026 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 139,324 miles
Fail 25 May 2013 139,324 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Pass 19 May 2012 138,587 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 137,404 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 136,205 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 134,713 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 133,614 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 130,804 miles
Fail 12 May 2007 130,804 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 27 May 2006 126,260 miles
Fail 20 May 2006 126,196 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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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L53 KVU is a 1998 Toyota Supra in Silver with a 2,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 L53 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 L53 KVU registered?

L53 KVU is a 1998 Toyota Supra, first registered on 26 August 1998.

Is L53 KVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L53 KVU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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