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P450 DEP

1997 Toyota Soarer

Red Petrol 2490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

200,141 mi
Last recorded200,141 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Toyota Soarer124,686 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP450 DEP
MakeToyota
ModelSoarer
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 200,141 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 198,730 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Uneven wear on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Uneven wear on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 May 2024 197,718 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Uneven wear on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Uneven wear on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 May 2023 195,792 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Uneven wear on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Uneven wear on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 May 2022 193,396 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 185,693 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front at approx. 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 May 2019 172,835 miles
Fail 14 May 2019 172,835 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

How Reliable is the Toyota Soarer?

Based on 10,270 MOT tests across 1,111 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
3,210
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
1,111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 522
fog lamp not working 291
brake binding 274
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 202
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 173
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P450 DEP is a 1997 Toyota Soarer in Red with a 2,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Soarer models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 124,686 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Soarer fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 522 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P450 DEP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Soarer typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 29 years old, this Toyota Soarer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P450 DEP registered?

P450 DEP is a 1997 Toyota Soarer, first registered on 9 March 1997.

Is P450 DEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P450 DEP shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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