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N120 MGK

1996 Toyota Paseo

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

65,661 mi
Last recorded65,661 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2019
Typical for 1996 Toyota Paseo91,716 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN120 MGK
MakeToyota
ModelPaseo
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2019 65,661 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

chip on windscreen (zone A)

damage to rear bumper

Fail 23 Dec 2019 65,649 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

chip on windscreen (zone A)

damage to rear bumper

Fail 14 Dec 2019 66,571 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 18 Dec 2018 63,470 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 17 Dec 2018 63,465 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 1.08 (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits 0.74 (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 19 Dec 2017 61,340 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2017 61,340 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 28 Dec 2016 58,557 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2016 58,557 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 55,947 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 53,865 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 50,218 miles

Nearside rear tyre outer treads cracked

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 2 Nov 2013 48,840 miles

nearside rear tyre outter sidewall cracks

offside rear tyre outter sidewall cracks

Pass 17 Nov 2012 46,199 miles

nearside rear tyre outter sidewall cracks

offside rear tyre outter sidewall cracks

Pass 12 Nov 2011 43,298 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 41,865 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2010 41,865 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Oct 2009 40,294 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2008 38,468 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 38,468 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 36,915 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 31,202 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 25,104 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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N120 MGK is a 1996 Toyota Paseo in Blue with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 N120 MGK, 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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N120 MGK is a 1996 Toyota Paseo, first registered on 13 April 1996.

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