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P52 YGC

1998 Toyota Ipsum

Blue Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

197,175 mi
Last recorded197,175 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2012
Typical for 1998 Toyota Ipsum82,144 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP52 YGC
MakeToyota
ModelIpsum
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2012 197,175 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 30 Nov 2010 193,102 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 13 Nov 2009 177,457 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2009 177,457 miles

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

advise noise from engine (timing belt side)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 158,235 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 148,265 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 26 Nov 2007 148,042 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

parking lever travel high

Pass 2 Dec 2006 126,092 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2005 97,313 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2005 97,233 miles

Rear Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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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P52 YGC is a 1998 Toyota Ipsum in Blue with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1998 Toyota Ipsum models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 82,144 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 P52 YGC, 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 28 years old, this Toyota Ipsum is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P52 YGC registered?

P52 YGC is a 1998 Toyota Ipsum, first registered on 21 October 1998.

Is P52 YGC safe to buy?

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