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N313 JBK

2002 Toyota Sera

Black Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2023
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

256,909 mi
Last recorded256,909 miles
Recorded on4 May 2023
Typical for 2002 Toyota Sera129,455 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN313 JBK
MakeToyota
ModelSera
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Fail 4 May 2023 256,909 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2022 253,865 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 253,177 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 251,961 miles
Fail 15 May 2019 251,961 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 May 2018 250,957 miles

Body has slight corrosion under body and outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt all (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 26 Apr 2017 250,014 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 6 May 2016 236,016 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 236,016 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 May 2015 223,212 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 206,928 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 187,596 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 174,403 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 165,906 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 155,666 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 140,307 miles

Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 9 Sep 2008 128,432 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 128,432 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 2 Sep 2008 127,934 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 19 Sep 2007 117,355 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2007 117,355 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 11 Sep 2007 116,979 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 28 Sep 2006 102,748 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2005 88,129 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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N313 JBK is a 2002 Toyota Sera in Black with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 N313 JBK, 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.

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N313 JBK is a 2002 Toyota Sera, first registered on 7 October 2002.

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