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D176 VHC

1987 Toyota Tercel

Blue Petrol 1452cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

73,141 mi
Last recorded73,141 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2009
Typical for 1987 Toyota Tercel109,140 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD176 VHC
MakeToyota
ModelTercel
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,452cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 29 Apr 2009 73,141 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyres badly perrished

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

near side rear seat belt not orignal fitment

rear exhaust mount held up by cable ties

slight body and shassie corrosion

Pass 1 Apr 2008 69,374 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2008 69,374 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Nov 2006 66,169 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Tercel?

Based on 1,674 MOT tests across 314 vehicles.

66.5%
Pass Rate
1,256
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
314
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 294
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 123
constant velocity joint gaiter split 74
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 69
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 64
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D176 VHC is a 1987 Toyota Tercel in Blue with a 1,452cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1987 Toyota Tercel models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 109,140 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 Tercel fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 294 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D176 VHC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Tercel typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 39 years old, this Toyota Tercel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D176 VHC registered?

D176 VHC is a 1987 Toyota Tercel, first registered on 6 March 1987.

Is D176 VHC safe to buy?

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