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P154 DCJ

1997 Toyota Paseo

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2010
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

136,601 mi
Last recorded136,601 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2009
Typical for 1997 Toyota Paseo90,985 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP154 DCJ
MakeToyota
ModelPaseo
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2009 136,601 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2009 136,601 miles

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

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

Fail 20 May 2009 136,579 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 15 May 2008 129,447 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 121,589 miles
Fail 14 May 2007 121,589 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 May 2006 113,477 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2006 113,477 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2005 107,488 miles

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

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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P154 DCJ is a 1997 Toyota Paseo in Blue with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Paseo models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 90,985 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 Paseo fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,343 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P154 DCJ, 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 29 years old, this Toyota Paseo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P154 DCJ registered?

P154 DCJ is a 1997 Toyota Paseo, first registered on 30 January 1997.

Is P154 DCJ safe to buy?

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