CarVerify

Free Car Check

P242 HWB

1996 Toyota Paseo

White Petrol 1497cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

108,281 mi
Last recorded108,281 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2011
Typical for 1996 Toyota Paseo91,716 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Toyota
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP242 HWB
MakeToyota
ModelPaseo
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc
View full Toyota Paseo reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

6 pass
Pass 25 Jul 2011 108,281 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Jul 2010 100,545 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Jul 2009 97,276 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2008 92,976 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 89,258 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 82,248 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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
Full Toyota Paseo reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P242 HWB is a 1996 Toyota Paseo in White with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Toyota Paseo models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 91,716 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 P242 HWB, 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 30 years old, this Toyota Paseo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P242 HWB?

You can check the full history of P242 HWB by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P242 HWB registered?

P242 HWB is a 1996 Toyota Paseo, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P242 HWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P242 HWB shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P242 HWB have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P242 HWB. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.