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N997 SMX

2008 Toyota Ipsum

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

139,428 mi
Last recorded139,428 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2014
Typical for 2008 Toyota Ipsum90,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN997 SMX
MakeToyota
ModelIpsum
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2014 139,428 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 131,490 miles

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

front exhaust mount broken

rear exhaust pipe bent

rear frog light loose

Fail 21 Sep 2013 131,263 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Oil leak

front exhaust mount broken

rear exhaust pipe bent

rear frog light loose

Pass 15 Sep 2012 121,145 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 119,546 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2011 119,546 miles

Offside Outer Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 Feb 2010 114,135 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 91,796 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 78,661 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

How Reliable is the Toyota Ipsum?

Based on 4,018 MOT tests across 382 vehicles.

72.4%
Pass Rate
6,666
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
382
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 181
constant velocity joint gaiter split 144
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 119
position lamp(s) not working 102
Stop lamp not working 84
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N997 SMX is a 2008 Toyota Ipsum in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 Toyota Ipsum models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 90,765 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Ipsum fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 181 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N997 SMX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Ipsum typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 18 years old, this Toyota Ipsum is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N997 SMX registered?

N997 SMX is a 2008 Toyota Ipsum, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is N997 SMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N997 SMX shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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