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R659 SBL

1997 Toyota Picnic

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

62,624 mi
Last recorded62,624 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2026
Typical for 1997 Toyota Picnic113,306 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR659 SBL
MakeToyota
ModelPicnic
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2026 62,624 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2025 62,234 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 61,737 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2024 61,737 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 60,843 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2023 60,843 miles

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength seal near suspension mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 59,825 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 59,193 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 58,841 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 4 Sep 2019 58,219 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2018 56,879 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 55,172 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 53,490 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 18 Sep 2015 51,400 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 49,259 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 47,006 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 45,249 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 43,296 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 42,102 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 40,830 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 39,360 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2008 39,360 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 19 Sep 2007 38,095 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 36,235 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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R659 SBL is a 1997 Toyota Picnic in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R659 SBL, 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 R659 SBL registered?

R659 SBL is a 1997 Toyota Picnic, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R659 SBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R659 SBL shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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