CarVerify

Free Car Check

R315 BCH

1997 Toyota Chaser

Red Petrol 2499cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2021
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

141,253 mi
Last recorded141,253 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2019
Typical for 1997 Toyota Chaser135,728 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Toyota
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR315 BCH
MakeToyota
ModelChaser
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2019 141,253 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2019 141,168 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 137,427 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

to low to roller brake test

How Reliable is the Toyota Chaser?

Based on 2,269 MOT tests across 573 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
2,719
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
573
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25
fog lamp missing 19
fog lamp not working 11
position lamp(s) not working 10
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 10
Full Toyota Chaser reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R315 BCH is a 1997 Toyota Chaser in Red with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Chaser models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 135,728 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 Chaser fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R315 BCH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Chaser typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Toyota Chaser is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R315 BCH?

You can check the full history of R315 BCH by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R315 BCH registered?

R315 BCH is a 1997 Toyota Chaser, first registered on 9 November 1997.

Is R315 BCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R315 BCH shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R315 BCH have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R315 BCH. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.