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R721 XSW

1997 Toyota Chaser

Black Petrol 2491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

150,712 mi
Last recorded150,712 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2025
Typical for 1997 Toyota Chaser135,728 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR721 XSW
MakeToyota
ModelChaser
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,491cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2025 150,712 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 145,577 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Vehicle excessively lowered

Pass 22 Nov 2022 142,068 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle excessively lowered

Pass 11 Nov 2021 141,078 miles

Vehicle lowered

Pass 11 Nov 2020 136,385 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 10 Oct 2019 133,708 miles

Electrical wiring inadequately secured Fog light wiring (4.11 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Rear fog lamp switch insecure (4.5.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip in 'A' Zone (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Sep 2019 133,701 miles

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

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Emissions not tested Cat missing (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Hid bulbs fitted in halogen unit (4.1.4 (c))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

All four tyres are protruding slightly from the arch

Electrical wiring inadequately secured Fog lamp wiring (4.11 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch insecure (4.5.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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
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R721 XSW is a 1997 Toyota Chaser in Black with a 2,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R721 XSW, 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.

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What year was R721 XSW registered?

R721 XSW is a 1997 Toyota Chaser, first registered on 1 December 1997.

Is R721 XSW safe to buy?

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