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LAZ 1608

2002 Toyota Sera

Blue Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

156,730 mi
Last recorded156,730 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2017
Typical for 2002 Toyota Sera129,455 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLAZ 1608
MakeToyota
ModelSera
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2017 156,730 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear x2 (cover fitted not allowing full inspection) (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 156,036 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2016 156,029 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 155,613 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 155,173 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 154,948 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 152,478 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 148,605 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 141,962 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2010 141,916 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 13 Aug 2009 136,486 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 13 Aug 2009 136,478 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 26 Aug 2008 130,695 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 124,448 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 119,330 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Sera?

Based on 4,064 MOT tests across 356 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
2,968
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
356
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 222
fog lamp not working 140
position lamp(s) not working 133
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 124
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 102
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LAZ 1608 is a 2002 Toyota Sera in Blue with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2002 Toyota Sera models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 129,455 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Sera fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 222 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LAZ 1608, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Sera typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 24 years old, this Toyota Sera is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LAZ 1608 registered?

LAZ 1608 is a 2002 Toyota Sera, first registered on 3 April 2002.

Is LAZ 1608 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LAZ 1608 shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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