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P277 HUX

1997 Toyota Paseo

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2013
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

129,967 mi
Last recorded129,967 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2013
Typical for 1997 Toyota Paseo90,985 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP277 HUX
MakeToyota
ModelPaseo
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Fail 12 Nov 2013 129,967 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

fuel pipes corroded

light surface cracks to both rear tyres

Fail 19 Nov 2012 121,738 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

noise from timing belt area of engine

Pass 19 Nov 2012 121,738 miles

noise from timing belt area of engine

Fail 23 Nov 2011 111,397 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

noise on engine in timing belt area

Pass 23 Nov 2011 111,397 miles

noise on engine in timing belt area

Pass 25 Nov 2010 104,331 miles

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

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

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

engine noise from timing belt area

front brake discs corroded

Pass 27 Nov 2009 98,185 miles

engine noise from timing belt area

Fail 26 Nov 2009 98,183 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

engine noise from timing belt area

Fail 17 Nov 2008 91,588 miles

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

battery loose

Pass 17 Nov 2008 91,588 miles

battery loose

Pass 29 Nov 2007 84,728 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 82,928 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2005 70,394 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2005 70,394 miles

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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P277 HUX is a 1997 Toyota Paseo in Blue with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 P277 HUX, 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 P277 HUX registered?

P277 HUX is a 1997 Toyota Paseo, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P277 HUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P277 HUX shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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