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T252 VAJ

1999 Toyota Aristo

Grey Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2024
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

172,281 mi
Last recorded172,281 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2024
Typical for 1999 Toyota Aristo106,309 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT252 VAJ
MakeToyota
ModelAristo
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 10 Sep 2024 172,281 miles

Front Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively Power steering fluid leak at radiator underside (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating Both front (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating Both rear (1.2.1 (e))

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Outer Road wheel slightly distorted buckles in wheel (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 4 Sep 2024 172,276 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested Both headlamps no image (4.1.2 (b))

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating Both front (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating Both rear (1.2.1 (e))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Outer Road wheel slightly distorted buckles in wheel (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Electrical wiring inadequately secured ABS wiring at front shock absorber (4.11 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Feb 2023 157,165 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Aristo?

Based on 2,349 MOT tests across 380 vehicles.

78.2%
Pass Rate
3,689
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
380
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 71
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 61
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 47
fog lamp not working 36
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 34
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T252 VAJ is a 1999 Toyota Aristo in Grey with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1999 Toyota Aristo models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 106,309 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 Aristo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 71 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T252 VAJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Aristo typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 27 years old, this Toyota Aristo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was T252 VAJ registered?

T252 VAJ is a 1999 Toyota Aristo, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T252 VAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for T252 VAJ shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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