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J200 SER

1999 Toyota Sera

Red Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2025
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

184,831 mi
Last recorded184,831 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 Toyota Sera137,928 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ200 SER
MakeToyota
ModelSera
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Fail 24 Oct 2025 184,831 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Fuel system component leaking Fuel tank has slight leak. (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam Main beam not working (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

All running gear has corrosion on it.

Rear exhaust box leaking

Pass 28 Oct 2024 184,618 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2023 184,479 miles

Front and rear suspension components are corroded.

Fuel tank has been repaired and although appears corroded is not leaking at time of test.

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 4 Aug 2023 184,447 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Fuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 183,798 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 183,470 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 183,159 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 182,910 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2019 182,907 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Lower Body panel slightly loose wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 182,806 miles

Offside Front Outer wing panel corroded

o/s and n/s front suspension arms corroded but no holes

Fail 25 Jun 2018 182,806 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill corroded by front suspension mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

o/s and n/s front suspension arms corroded but no holes

Pass 22 Jun 2017 182,534 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 181,068 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 179,579 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 179,575 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 178,100 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 22 May 2014 178,047 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

exhaust slightly deteriorated

Pass 31 May 2013 177,140 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 174,804 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 167,474 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 167,474 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2010 162,123 miles

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

Nearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 27 May 2009 156,344 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 149,522 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 141,708 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 133,841 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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J200 SER is a 1999 Toyota Sera in Red with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 1999 Toyota Sera models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 137,928 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 J200 SER, 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 27 years old, this Toyota Sera is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J200 SER registered?

J200 SER is a 1999 Toyota Sera, first registered on 13 April 1999.

Is J200 SER safe to buy?

The MOT history for J200 SER shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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