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SXZ 2208

1997 Toyota Chaser

Black Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2025
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

218,648 mi
Last recorded218,648 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2024
Typical for 1997 Toyota Chaser135,728 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSXZ 2208
MakeToyota
ModelChaser
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2024 218,648 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 190,273 miles

Undertrays fitted

Fail 16 Dec 2022 190,273 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Undertrays fitted

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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SXZ 2208 is a 1997 Toyota Chaser in Black 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 SXZ 2208, 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

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What year was SXZ 2208 registered?

SXZ 2208 is a 1997 Toyota Chaser, first registered on 12 April 1997.

Is SXZ 2208 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SXZ 2208 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 SXZ 2208 have outstanding finance?

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