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N647 VLJ

1996 Toyota Ipsum

Green Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

222,053 mi
Last recorded222,053 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2016
Typical for 1996 Toyota Ipsum121,984 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN647 VLJ
MakeToyota
ModelIpsum
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2016 222,053 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 214,703 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2015 214,703 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 206,214 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 196,182 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 185,573 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 174,105 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 161,386 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2010 161,386 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 26 May 2009 154,685 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2007 61,957 miles

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

How Reliable is the Toyota Ipsum?

Based on 4,018 MOT tests across 382 vehicles.

72.4%
Pass Rate
6,666
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
382
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 181
constant velocity joint gaiter split 144
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 119
position lamp(s) not working 102
Stop lamp not working 84
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N647 VLJ is a 1996 Toyota Ipsum in Green with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1996 Toyota Ipsum models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 121,984 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Ipsum fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 181 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N647 VLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N647 VLJ registered?

N647 VLJ is a 1996 Toyota Ipsum, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N647 VLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N647 VLJ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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