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P998 SVX

1996 Toyota Ipsum

Silver Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

94,140 mi
Last recorded94,140 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2019
Typical for 1996 Toyota Ipsum121,984 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP998 SVX
MakeToyota
ModelIpsum
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2019 94,140 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

nearside rear tyre sidewall has surface cracks

Pass 2 Feb 2018 89,779 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 1 Feb 2017 85,678 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 4 Feb 2016 82,021 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 30 Jan 2015 78,485 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 4 Feb 2014 74,217 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 70,228 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2012 65,091 miles

emission levels high

Pass 21 Jan 2011 60,410 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2011 60,404 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Feb 2010 52,023 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2008 37,747 miles

advise offside front washer jet adjustment

advise rear brake inspection,adjustment

both front tyres outer walls cracking

both rear tyres low tread inner edges

front pads low,surface rust on front brake discs

Pass 14 Sep 2007 37,726 miles

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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P998 SVX is a 1996 Toyota Ipsum in Silver with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1996 Toyota Ipsum models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 121,984 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 P998 SVX, 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 30 years old, this Toyota Ipsum is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P998 SVX registered?

P998 SVX is a 1996 Toyota Ipsum, first registered on 1 October 1996.

Is P998 SVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P998 SVX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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