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J640 TRP

2001 Toyota Sera

Black Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

97,179 mi
Last recorded97,179 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2021
Typical for 2001 Toyota Sera106,976 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ640 TRP
MakeToyota
ModelSera
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2021 97,179 miles

Nearside Front damper a mist of oil

Offside Front wing holed/corrision

front cv boots cracking

front dampers a bit soft

Fail 21 Sep 2021 97,179 miles

Nearside Front damper a mist of oil

Offside Front wing holed/corrision

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

front cv boots cracking

front dampers a bit soft

Pass 22 Sep 2020 96,314 miles

all suspension is bouncy

fraying on drivers seat belt

Fail 22 Sep 2020 96,314 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

all suspension is bouncy

fraying on drivers seat belt

Pass 18 Sep 2019 95,399 miles

front brake discs worn

Pass 8 Aug 2018 94,312 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 92,237 miles

drivers seat belt fryed

Pass 4 Aug 2016 87,521 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 86,151 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 85,724 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Nov 2011 84,402 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 84,324 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 83,611 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 82,550 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 7 Mar 2008 82,446 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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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J640 TRP is a 2001 Toyota Sera in Black with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 J640 TRP, 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.

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What year was J640 TRP registered?

J640 TRP is a 2001 Toyota Sera, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is J640 TRP safe to buy?

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