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H639 BGF

2003 Toyota Sera

Red Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

166,631 mi
Last recorded166,631 miles
Recorded on3 May 2023
Typical for 2003 Toyota Sera126,203 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH639 BGF
MakeToyota
ModelSera
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc
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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 May 2023 166,631 miles

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

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

Pass 27 May 2022 155,966 miles

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

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 28 May 2021 154,740 miles

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

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

Fail 12 May 2021 154,738 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jul 2020 163,960 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 23 May 2019 152,567 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 May 2018 151,226 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 May 2017 148,666 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 145,054 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 140,986 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 137,364 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 137,364 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 May 2013 130,972 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 130,438 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 126,782 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Fail 21 May 2010 122,684 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Pass 21 May 2010 122,684 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 119,314 miles
Fail 20 May 2008 115,853 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 May 2008 115,853 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 111,522 miles
Fail 2 May 2007 111,522 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Aug 2006 107,904 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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H639 BGF is a 2003 Toyota Sera in Red with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2003 Toyota Sera models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 126,203 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 H639 BGF, 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 23 years old, this Toyota Sera is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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H639 BGF is a 2003 Toyota Sera, first registered on 1 May 2003.

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