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M198 ELA

1996 Toyota Lucida

Blue Diesel 2180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

247,486 mi
Last recorded247,486 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2010
Typical for 1996 Toyota Lucida125,197 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM198 ELA
MakeToyota
ModelLucida
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,180cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 26 Aug 2010 247,486 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2009 231,942 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

front reg plate is broken but still redble!

Pass 20 Aug 2008 205,274 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front no plate cracked.

Pass 23 Aug 2007 181,145 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 153,681 miles

Brake pressure limiting valve suspect operation, unable to verify due to 4 wheel drive

Headlamp light output generally poor

How Reliable is the Toyota Lucida?

Based on 99,205 MOT tests across 9,970 vehicles.

67.2%
Pass Rate
7,873
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
9,970
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 5,826
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,757
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,614
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 4,851
Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine 3,820
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M198 ELA is a 1996 Toyota Lucida in Blue with a 2,180cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Toyota Lucida models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 125,197 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Lucida fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 5,826 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M198 ELA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Lucida typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 30 years old, this Toyota Lucida is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M198 ELA registered?

M198 ELA is a 1996 Toyota Lucida, first registered on 30 June 1996.

Is M198 ELA safe to buy?

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