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TUU 349S

1978 Toyota Cressida

Red Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2010
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

64,999 mi
Last recorded64,999 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2009
Typical for 1978 Toyota Cressida65,404 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTUU 349S
MakeToyota
ModelCressida
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 24 Nov 2009 64,999 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2008 64,999 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 64,999 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 64,999 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2005 64,999 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Cressida?

Based on 643 MOT tests across 112 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
1,839
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 21
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 20
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 17
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 17
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TUU 349S is a 1978 Toyota Cressida in Red with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Toyota Cressida models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 65,404 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Cressida fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TUU 349S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Cressida typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 48 years old, this Toyota Cressida is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TUU 349S registered?

TUU 349S is a 1978 Toyota Cressida, first registered on 24 February 1978.

Is TUU 349S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TUU 349S shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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