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P456 WFR

1997 Toyota Picnic

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

189,047 mi
Last recorded189,047 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2013
Typical for 1997 Toyota Picnic113,306 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP456 WFR
MakeToyota
ModelPicnic
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2013 189,047 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 185,535 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2012 185,534 miles

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)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 1 Oct 2011 181,999 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 178,171 miles

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

OFF SIDE FRONT SEAT BELT FRADED SLIGHTLY

Pass 2 Oct 2009 175,056 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 171,522 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2008 171,521 miles

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)

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2007 168,707 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2007 168,707 miles

Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2006 155,479 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 154,845 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Picnic?

Based on 118,752 MOT tests across 9,732 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
6,781
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
9,732
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,720
position lamp(s) not working 4,298
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,030
Registration plate lamp not working 3,885
constant velocity joint gaiter split 3,164
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P456 WFR is a 1997 Toyota Picnic in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Picnic models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 113,306 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Picnic fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,720 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P456 WFR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was P456 WFR registered?

P456 WFR is a 1997 Toyota Picnic, first registered on 10 January 1997.

Is P456 WFR safe to buy?

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