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P255 GJK

1997 Toyota Estima

Red Diesel 2180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

87,529 mi
Last recorded87,529 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2016
Typical for 1997 Toyota Estima123,414 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP255 GJK
MakeToyota
ModelEstima
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,180cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2016 87,529 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2016 87,525 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

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

engine oil leak

Pass 3 Aug 2015 83,935 miles

Exhaust corroded

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 80,487 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2014

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 May 2013 79,196 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 79,196 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 18 Jan 2012 75,974 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Feb 2011 74,015 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 72,840 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2010 72,840 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 71,948 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 71,299 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 69,262 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 66,725 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Estima?

Based on 210,672 MOT tests across 28,466 vehicles.

75.6%
Pass Rate
7,341
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
28,466
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,826
fog lamp not working 4,768
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,765
position lamp(s) not working 3,374
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 3,347
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P255 GJK is a 1997 Toyota Estima in Red with a 2,180cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Estima models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 123,414 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Estima fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,826 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P255 GJK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Estima typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Toyota Estima is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P255 GJK registered?

P255 GJK is a 1997 Toyota Estima, first registered on 1 January 1997.

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