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R768 JGF

1998 Toyota Paseo

Red Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

89,721 mi
Last recorded89,721 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2018
Typical for 1998 Toyota Paseo78,165 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR768 JGF
MakeToyota
ModelPaseo
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2018 89,721 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 5 Sep 2018 89,721 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 81,644 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 77,069 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 4 Sep 2015 72,117 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 66,548 miles

Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 63,496 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2013 63,496 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 60,086 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 56,677 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 52,745 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2010 52,745 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 26 Sep 2009 48,833 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2008 39,898 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 25 Oct 2007 37,084 miles

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

Fail 25 Oct 2007 37,084 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2006 29,588 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2006 29,565 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

How Reliable is the Toyota Paseo?

Based on 23,608 MOT tests across 2,354 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
4,533
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
2,354
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,343
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 936
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 933
position lamp(s) not working 861
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 763
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R768 JGF is a 1998 Toyota Paseo in Red with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1998 Toyota Paseo models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 78,165 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Paseo fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,343 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R768 JGF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Paseo typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Toyota Paseo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R768 JGF registered?

R768 JGF is a 1998 Toyota Paseo, first registered on 1 November 1998.

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