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A5 PBF

1994 Toyota Sera

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

90,364 mi
Last recorded90,364 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 PBF
MakeToyota
ModelSera
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2025 90,364 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 89,576 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 12 Jul 2024 89,531 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2023 86,230 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 81,725 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 80,617 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2019 79,452 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 78,630 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Sera?

Based on 4,064 MOT tests across 356 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
2,968
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
356
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 222
fog lamp not working 140
position lamp(s) not working 133
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 124
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 102
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A5 PBF is a 1994 Toyota Sera in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

The most common reason a Toyota Sera fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 222 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A5 PBF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Sera typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 32 years old, this Toyota Sera is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A5 PBF?

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What year was A5 PBF registered?

A5 PBF is a 1994 Toyota Sera, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is A5 PBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 PBF shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A5 PBF have outstanding finance?

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