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P170 LVU

1997 Toyota Paseo

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

131,818 mi
Last recorded131,818 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2021
Typical for 1997 Toyota Paseo90,985 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP170 LVU
MakeToyota
ModelPaseo
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2021 131,818 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 126,245 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 117,325 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 108,740 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 10,384 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2016 97,222 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2016 97,222 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 91,614 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 89,458 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 87,295 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 81,610 miles

long hand brake travel

Pass 12 May 2011 76,578 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 72,043 miles
Fail 26 May 2010 72,043 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Pass 27 Feb 2009 66,039 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 60,214 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 54,924 miles

both rear shock absorbers have oil leaks,

Pass 11 Feb 2006 50,627 miles

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

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

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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P170 LVU is a 1997 Toyota Paseo in Blue with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its 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 P170 LVU, 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 P170 LVU registered?

P170 LVU is a 1997 Toyota Paseo, first registered on 31 March 1997.

Is P170 LVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P170 LVU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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