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J503 JMH

1996 Toyota Sera

Blue Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

96,077 mi
Last recorded96,077 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ503 JMH
MakeToyota
ModelSera
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 96,077 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2025 94,972 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 18 May 2024 94,360 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 92,915 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2022 91,925 miles

Nearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2021 85,990 miles
Fail 12 May 2014 84,401 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 12 May 2014 84,401 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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J503 JMH is a 1996 Toyota Sera in Blue with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 J503 JMH, 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 30 years old, this Toyota Sera is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J503 JMH registered?

J503 JMH is a 1996 Toyota Sera, first registered on 1 September 1996.

Is J503 JMH safe to buy?

The MOT history for J503 JMH shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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