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H338 BGK

1990 Toyota Sera

Green Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

153,346 mi
Last recorded153,346 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 1990 Toyota Sera111,403 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH338 BGK
MakeToyota
ModelSera
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 153,346 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2024 152,220 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2024 152,220 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 148,958 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 146,702 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2019 146,702 miles

Main beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 146,670 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 138,092 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 126,223 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 109,013 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 83,364 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 82,996 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2012 82,954 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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H338 BGK is a 1990 Toyota Sera in Green with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1990 Toyota Sera models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 111,403 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 H338 BGK, 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 36 years old, this Toyota Sera is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H338 BGK registered?

H338 BGK is a 1990 Toyota Sera, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is H338 BGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for H338 BGK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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