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T856 ONV

1999 Toyota Sera

Blue Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2015
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

178,600 mi
Last recorded178,600 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2014
Typical for 1999 Toyota Sera137,928 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT856 ONV
MakeToyota
ModelSera
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2014 178,600 miles

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

FRONT BRAKE DISCS WORN & HAS SURFACE CORRODED

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

N/S & O/S FRONT WINGS HAS BUBBLES OF CORROSION

Oil leak

Fail 18 Oct 2011 178,533 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2009 174,532 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2009 174,468 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 30 Jan 2008 169,381 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2008 169,381 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Feb 2007 160,374 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2007 160,175 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Service brake is causing the steering wheel to severely pull one way (3.7.C.2)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 17 Feb 2006 150,197 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2006 150,197 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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T856 ONV is a 1999 Toyota Sera in Blue with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 T856 ONV, 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 T856 ONV registered?

T856 ONV is a 1999 Toyota Sera, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is T856 ONV safe to buy?

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