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R221 VVW

1997 Toyota Previa

Green Petrol 2438cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

157,373 mi
Last recorded157,373 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2014
Typical for 1997 Toyota Previa113,040 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR221 VVW
MakeToyota
ModelPrevia
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,438cc
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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 7 Jul 2014 157,373 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 146,397 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 136,288 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 122,289 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 112,628 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 125,295 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 90,454 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 78,403 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 66,100 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Previa?

Based on 509,000 MOT tests across 39,906 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
6,517
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
39,906
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,856
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 23,987
Stop lamp not working 19,738
position lamp(s) not working 18,199
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 13,696
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R221 VVW is a 1997 Toyota Previa in Green with a 2,438cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Previa models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 113,040 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Previa fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,856 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R221 VVW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Previa typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Toyota Previa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R221 VVW registered?

R221 VVW is a 1997 Toyota Previa, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R221 VVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R221 VVW shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R221 VVW have outstanding finance?

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