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P249 VAM

1997 Toyota Paseo

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

148,446 mi
Last recorded148,446 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2012
Typical for 1997 Toyota Paseo90,985 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP249 VAM
MakeToyota
ModelPaseo
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2012 148,446 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2012 148,446 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Nov 2011 142,323 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2011 142,323 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 9 Dec 2010 136,816 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2010 136,816 miles

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

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

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)

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

Pass 19 Nov 2009 131,432 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 127,084 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2008 127,084 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 22 Nov 2007 121,610 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 115,124 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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P249 VAM is a 1997 Toyota Paseo in Blue with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 P249 VAM, 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 P249 VAM registered?

P249 VAM is a 1997 Toyota Paseo, first registered on 27 March 1997.

Is P249 VAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P249 VAM shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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