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YHY 771V

1979 Toyota Cressida

Silver Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

9,273 mi
Last recorded9,273 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2006
Typical for 1979 Toyota Cressida85,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYHY 771V
MakeToyota
ModelCressida
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2006 9,273 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2006 9,421 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Toyota Cressida?

Based on 643 MOT tests across 112 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
1,839
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 21
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 20
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 17
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 17
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YHY 771V is a 1979 Toyota Cressida in Silver with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1979 Toyota Cressida models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 85,018 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 Cressida fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YHY 771V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Cressida typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 47 years old, this Toyota Cressida is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YHY 771V?

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What year was YHY 771V registered?

YHY 771V is a 1979 Toyota Cressida, first registered on 27 November 1979.

Is YHY 771V safe to buy?

The MOT history for YHY 771V shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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