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R142 GKN

1998 Toyota Camry

Silver Petrol 2164cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

136,061 mi
Last recorded136,061 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Toyota Camry101,842 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR142 GKN
MakeToyota
ModelCamry
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,164cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 136,061 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2025 132,628 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 130,040 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 126,481 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 123,600 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 119,528 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 117,867 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 114,348 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 112,545 miles

suspension arm rear bushes worn

Pass 31 Jan 2017 111,668 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 110,822 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 109,608 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 107,642 miles

PROMPT centre to rear exhaust joint

Pass 16 Jan 2013 106,137 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2013 106,137 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 30 Jan 2012 104,458 miles

front brake discs

Pass 8 Feb 2011 101,754 miles

front brake discs

Pass 11 Feb 2010 100,309 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2010 100,308 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Feb 2009 97,171 miles

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

front brake discs

offside front tyre inner edge

Pass 13 Feb 2008 94,240 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2007 88,996 miles

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

front brake discs

Pass 15 Feb 2006 83,899 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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R142 GKN is a 1998 Toyota Camry in Silver with a 2,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1998 Toyota Camry models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 101,842 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 R142 GKN, 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 28 years old, this Toyota Camry is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R142 GKN registered?

R142 GKN is a 1998 Toyota Camry, first registered on 5 January 1998.

Is R142 GKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R142 GKN shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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