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R451 HFH

1997 Toyota Picnic

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

237,285 mi
Last recorded237,285 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2013
Typical for 1997 Toyota Picnic113,306 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR451 HFH
MakeToyota
ModelPicnic
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2013 237,285 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 19 Sep 2013 237,269 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 234,927 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 231,739 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 222,753 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2009 213,912 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2009 213,912 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 204,553 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2008 204,536 miles

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

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2007 191,165 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 188,071 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Picnic?

Based on 118,752 MOT tests across 9,732 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
6,781
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
9,732
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,720
position lamp(s) not working 4,298
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,030
Registration plate lamp not working 3,885
constant velocity joint gaiter split 3,164
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R451 HFH is a 1997 Toyota Picnic in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Picnic models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 113,306 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Picnic fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,720 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R451 HFH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was R451 HFH registered?

R451 HFH is a 1997 Toyota Picnic, first registered on 30 September 1997.

Is R451 HFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R451 HFH shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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