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P156 XNJ

1997 Toyota Paseo

Silver Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

118,438 mi
Last recorded118,438 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2012
Typical for 1997 Toyota Paseo90,985 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP156 XNJ
MakeToyota
ModelPaseo
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2012 118,438 miles

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

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

both front brake discs corroded on inner surfaces

both headlights are deteriorated, light and image is reduced

Fail 4 Apr 2012 118,279 miles

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

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

Both headlamps are deteriorated light & image output are reduced

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Front brake discs are corroded on inner surfaces

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

Pass 12 Apr 2011 104,421 miles

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

both front brake discs heavliy corroded and lipped

nearside rear Tyre perished on tread and side walls

Pass 15 Apr 2010 89,931 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 89,809 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 81,712 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 74,735 miles

Both front tyres wearing low

Pass 23 Apr 2007 66,816 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 59,890 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2006 59,889 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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P156 XNJ is a 1997 Toyota Paseo in Silver with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Paseo models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 90,985 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

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 P156 XNJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P156 XNJ registered?

P156 XNJ is a 1997 Toyota Paseo, first registered on 22 April 1997.

Is P156 XNJ safe to buy?

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