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P51 VNJ

1996 Toyota Camry

Blue Petrol 2164cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2025
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

84,576 mi
Last recorded84,576 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2024
Typical for 1996 Toyota Camry108,633 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP51 VNJ
MakeToyota
ModelCamry
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,164cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2024 84,576 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 82,317 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2023 82,316 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear - both pipes (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Nov 2022 79,818 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Nov 2022 79,796 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2021 77,136 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 74,418 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Dec 2019 71,779 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 68,514 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Nov 2017 65,940 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 63,684 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 60,862 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 56,845 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Oct 2014 56,821 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2013 53,619 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 51,998 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2011 51,336 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2011 51,336 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 49,972 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 47,753 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 45,716 miles

Front number plate cracking.

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 17 Sep 2007 44,029 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2006 41,633 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2006 41,633 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2005 39,942 miles

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

How Reliable is the Toyota Camry?

Based on 91,186 MOT tests across 12,788 vehicles.

74.1%
Pass Rate
4,789
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
12,788
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,605
constant velocity joint gaiter split 3,783
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,058
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,989
position lamp(s) not working 1,709
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P51 VNJ is a 1996 Toyota Camry in Blue with a 2,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1996 Toyota Camry models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 108,633 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Camry fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,605 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P51 VNJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Camry typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 30 years old, this Toyota Camry is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P51 VNJ registered?

P51 VNJ is a 1996 Toyota Camry, first registered on 29 October 1996.

Is P51 VNJ safe to buy?

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