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P144 UCL

1997 Toyota RAV4

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2018
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

226,372 mi
Last recorded226,372 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2017
Typical for 1997 Toyota RAV499,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP144 UCL
MakeToyota
ModelRAV4
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2017 226,372 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 17 Feb 2017 226,372 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tyre out of shape (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Oil leak ()

VEHICLE UNDER SIDE COVERED IN DRY MUD VERY HARD TO TEST

Pass 6 Nov 2015 202,914 miles

both front tyres cracked and perished

n/side front headlamp condensated

slight play in both inner rack joints

Fail 24 Oct 2015 202,067 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

both front tyres cracked and perished

n/side front headlamp condensated

slight play in both inner rack joints

Pass 30 Oct 2014 195,048 miles

Oil leak

Spare tyre defective

Fail 30 Oct 2014 195,048 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Spare tyre defective

Pass 17 Apr 2013 186,951 miles

Spare tyre defective

Fail 17 Apr 2013 186,951 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b) DANGEROUS

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

Spare tyre defective

Pass 21 Dec 2011 178,512 miles

Oil leak

Fail 9 Dec 2011 178,195 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 13 Nov 2010 169,290 miles

All four tyres have cracking on the sidewalls

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside front tyre has a nail in it

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Nov 2010 169,290 miles

All four tyres have cracking on the sidewalls

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside front tyre has a nail in it

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Jul 2009 154,522 miles

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

Offside front tyre wearing on outside edge

How Reliable is the Toyota RAV4?

Based on 1,827,031 MOT tests across 166,014 vehicles.

79.8%
Pass Rate
6,112
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
166,014
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 26,391
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 22,816
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 20,079
Brake pipe excessively corroded 17,023
position lamp(s) not working 15,294
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P144 UCL is a 1997 Toyota RAV4 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

Across all 1997 Toyota RAV4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 99,203 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Toyota RAV4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 26,391 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P144 UCL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota RAV4 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Toyota RAV4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P144 UCL registered?

P144 UCL is a 1997 Toyota RAV4, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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