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H42 KDY

2001 Toyota Sera

Maroon Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

132,801 mi
Last recorded132,801 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2009
Typical for 2001 Toyota Sera106,976 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH42 KDY
MakeToyota
ModelSera
Year2001
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2009 132,801 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 131,560 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2008 131,560 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Nov 2007 126,653 miles

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

both front headlight lenses misted

Pass 20 Nov 2006 123,034 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2006 122,927 miles

Nearside Front Steering retaining device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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H42 KDY is a 2001 Toyota Sera in Maroon with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Toyota Sera models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 106,976 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 Sera fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 222 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H42 KDY, 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 25 years old, this Toyota Sera is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H42 KDY?

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What year was H42 KDY registered?

H42 KDY is a 2001 Toyota Sera, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is H42 KDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for H42 KDY shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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