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P498 GPE

1997 Toyota Chaser

White Petrol 2490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

99,358 mi
Last recorded99,358 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Toyota Chaser135,728 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP498 GPE
MakeToyota
ModelChaser
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 99,358 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2025 99,331 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 8 Jul 2024 93,743 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Chaser?

Based on 2,269 MOT tests across 573 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
2,719
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
573
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25
fog lamp missing 19
fog lamp not working 11
position lamp(s) not working 10
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 10
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P498 GPE is a 1997 Toyota Chaser in White with a 2,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Chaser models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 135,728 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 Chaser fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P498 GPE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P498 GPE registered?

P498 GPE is a 1997 Toyota Chaser, first registered on 1 July 1997.

Is P498 GPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P498 GPE shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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