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P156 VGJ

1997 Toyota RAV4

Turquoise Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

160,328 mi
Last recorded160,328 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2017
Typical for 1997 Toyota RAV499,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP156 VGJ
MakeToyota
ModelRAV4
Year1997
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2017 160,328 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 156,832 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 152,734 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 148,088 miles
Fail 14 May 2014 148,065 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 May 2013 142,749 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 137,153 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 131,416 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 131,268 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 13 May 2010 126,732 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 122,456 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 117,368 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 8 May 2008 117,368 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 112,665 miles
Fail 14 May 2007 112,660 miles

Rear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 108,013 miles

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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P156 VGJ is a 1997 Toyota RAV4 in Turquoise with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P156 VGJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P156 VGJ registered?

P156 VGJ is a 1997 Toyota RAV4, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P156 VGJ safe to buy?

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