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P302 JBC

1997 Toyota Ipsum

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

99,370 mi
Last recorded99,370 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2014
Typical for 1997 Toyota Ipsum102,903 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP302 JBC
MakeToyota
ModelIpsum
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2014 99,370 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2014 99,365 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2013 98,970 miles

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

advise rear exhaust slightly deteriorated and small blow

Pass 31 Jan 2012 97,720 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2012 97,715 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Jan 2011 94,699 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 94,699 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 93,827 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 93,322 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 92,804 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 91,006 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2007 90,975 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 19 Jan 2006 89,934 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Ipsum?

Based on 4,018 MOT tests across 382 vehicles.

72.4%
Pass Rate
6,666
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
382
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 181
constant velocity joint gaiter split 144
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 119
position lamp(s) not working 102
Stop lamp not working 84
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P302 JBC is a 1997 Toyota Ipsum in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Ipsum models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 102,903 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 Ipsum fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 181 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P302 JBC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Ipsum typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Toyota Ipsum is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P302 JBC registered?

P302 JBC is a 1997 Toyota Ipsum, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P302 JBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P302 JBC shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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